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Cleveland, OH Weather on April 12
Cleveland hit 83°F on April 12, 1977—a sweltering spring outlier
April 12 in Cleveland typically brings mild spring conditions with highs near 59°F, but the record books tell a story of extreme variability. In 1977, the city experienced an unseasonable surge to 83°F, while just a year prior in 1976, temperatures plummeted to 24°F. Over 55 years of data, this 59-degree spread between records underscores how unpredictable mid-April weather can be in northeast Ohio.
What to Expect on April 12
Planning for April 12th in Cleveland, OH? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 12 ever in Cleveland?
The warmest April 12 in Cleveland, OH reached 83°F in 2001. That is 24°F above the long-term average high of 59°F.
What was the coldest April 12 ever in Cleveland?
The coldest April 12 in Cleveland, OH dropped to 26°F in 1986. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 41°F.
What is the average temperature on April 12 in Cleveland?
On April 12, Cleveland averages a high of 59°F and a low of 41°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from CLEVELAND BURKE LAKEFRONT AP.
How many years of weather data are available for April 12 in Cleveland?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 12 in Cleveland, OH, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 12 Weather History in Cleveland
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 45°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 52°F | 49°F | 0.91" | -- |
| 2023 | 78°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 63°F | 45°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2021 | 58°F | 51°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2020 | 66°F | 48°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2019 | 74°F | 51°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2018 | 76°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 51°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 43°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 60°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 72°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 46°F | 40°F | 0.84" | -- |
| 2012 | 53°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 45°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 53°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 43°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 50°F | 40°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2007 | 52°F | 40°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2006 | 76°F | 50°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2005 | 60°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 48°F | 40°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 2003 | 46°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 76°F | 50°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2001 | 83°F | 50°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2000 | 42°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 47°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 60°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 57°F | 38°F | 2.74" | -- |
| 1996 | 79°F | 43°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1995 | 68°F | 47°F | 1.12" | -- |
| 1994 | 74°F | 44°F | 1.88" | -- |
| 1993 | 50°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 47°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 51°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 38°F | 30°F | 0.08" | 0.6" |
| 1989 | 54°F | 32°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 1988 | 62°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 54°F | 44°F | 0.91" | -- |
| 1986 | 45°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 66°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 68°F | 30°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1983 | 51°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 57°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 60°F | 40°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 1980 | 53°F | 39°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1979 | 74°F | 50°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1978 | 71°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 83°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | -- | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 42°F | 27°F | -- | -- |
| 1974 | 62°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 42°F | 28°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1972 | 58°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 78°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: CLEVELAND BURKE LAKEFRONT AP
How Has April 12 Changed?
The last decade has been 3.3°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Cleveland, OH, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.