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Denver, CO Weather on April 12
Denver hits 86°F on April 12, crushing springtime temperature record
April 12 in Denver has seen dramatic temperature swings across 55 years of records, ranging from a frigid 8°F in 1997 to a remarkable 86°F in 2023. The 2023 record high is a striking 23 degrees above the typical April average of 63°F, showcasing the unpredictability of Denver's spring weather as the city transitions between seasons. With an average low of just 34°F, this date demonstrates the classic Colorado pattern of extreme daily temperature variability.
What to Expect on April 12
Planning for April 12th in Denver, CO? Great weather for outdoor activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 12 ever in Denver?
The warmest April 12 in Denver, CO reached 84°F in 2023. That is 23°F above the long-term average high of 61°F.
What was the coldest April 12 ever in Denver?
The coldest April 12 in Denver, CO dropped to 8°F in 1997. That is 25°F below the long-term average low of 33°F.
What is the average temperature on April 12 in Denver?
On April 12, Denver averages a high of 61°F and a low of 33°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from DENVER-STAPLETON.
How many years of weather data are available for April 12 in Denver?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 12 in Denver, CO, 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 Denver
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 80°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 60°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 84°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 65°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 45°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 70°F | 21°F | 0.1" | 0.8" |
| 2019 | 41°F | 18°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 82°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 73°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 59°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 71°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 77°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 54°F | 21°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 71°F | 44°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 2011 | 65°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 76°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 59°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 46°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 50°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 66°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 44°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 50°F | 25°F | 0.28" | 1.1" |
| 2003 | 78°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 67°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 42°F | 32°F | 0.13" | 0.5" |
| 2000 | 63°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 63°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 65°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 32°F | 8°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 67°F | 29°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1995 | 58°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 63°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 53°F | 32°F | 1.45" | 1.3" |
| 1992 | 75°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 36°F | 28°F | 1.02" | 4.8" |
| 1990 | 66°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 56°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 76°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 47°F | 32°F | 1.24" | 4.2" |
| 1986 | 65°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 68°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 61°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 37°F | 23°F | 0.46" | 1.6" |
| 1982 | 72°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 74°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 42°F | 23°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 44°F | 25°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 61°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 51°F | 39°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1976 | 79°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 44°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 60°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 59°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 71°F | 40°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1971 | 71°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: DENVER-STAPLETON
How Has April 12 Changed?
The last decade has been 6.0°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Denver, CO, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.