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Dallas, TX Weather on October 12
Dallas hit 97°F on October 12, 1979, nearly 15°F above average
October 12 typically brings mild fall conditions to Dallas with average highs of 82°F and lows of 61°F. However, the date has seen extreme swings across 55 years of records, including an anomalous heat spike to 97°F in 1979 that far exceeded seasonal norms. The coldest reading of 40°F in 1977 demonstrates the potential for temperatures to drop 21°F below the typical low, highlighting October's unpredictable nature in North Texas.
What to Expect on October 12
Planning for October 12th in Dallas, TX? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 12 ever in Dallas?
The warmest October 12 in Dallas, TX reached 97°F in 1979. That is 15°F above the long-term average high of 82°F.
What was the coldest October 12 ever in Dallas?
The coldest October 12 in Dallas, TX dropped to 40°F in 1977. That is 21°F below the long-term average low of 61°F.
What is the average temperature on October 12 in Dallas?
On October 12, Dallas averages a high of 82°F and a low of 61°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from DALLAS FAA AP.
How many years of weather data are available for October 12 in Dallas?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 12 in Dallas, TX, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
October 12 Weather History in Dallas
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 91°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 94°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 79°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 94°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 83°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 83°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 67°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 71°F | 62°F | 1.32" | -- |
| 2017 | 87°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 91°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 94°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 75°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 92°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 85°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 83°F | 63°F | 0.8" | -- |
| 2010 | 81°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 64°F | 55°F | 0.14" | -- |
| 2008 | 85°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 83°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 71°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 85°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 75°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 76°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 80°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 79°F | 55°F | 1.06" | -- |
| 2000 | 83°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 87°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 82°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 80°F | 65°F | 1.38" | -- |
| 1996 | 84°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 89°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 74°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 74°F | 57°F | 1.23" | -- |
| 1992 | 89°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 92°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 73°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 92°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 74°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 70°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 56°F | 47°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1985 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 81°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 72°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 60°F | 52°F | 0.55" | -- |
| 1981 | 85°F | 69°F | 3.11" | -- |
| 1980 | 80°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 97°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 91°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 75°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 82°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 91°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 84°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 78°F | 65°F | 1.9" | -- |
| 1972 | 91°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 83°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: DALLAS FAA AP
How Has October 12 Changed?
The last decade has been 2.2°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Dallas, TX, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.