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Durham, NC Weather on July 12
July 12th in Durham, NC typically brings warm summer weather, with average highs around 89°F and lows near 68°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest July 12th was in 1993 (88°F average), while the coldest was 1999 (65°F) — a 23°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 44% of July 12th dates historically, with the wettest July 12th recording 2.74" of rain. The last decade has been 5.9°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on July 12
Planning for July 12th in Durham, NC? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
July 12 Weather Records for Durham
- •The all-time record high for July 12th in Durham, NC is 102°F, set in 1993.
- •The coldest July 12th on record dropped to 57°F in 1978.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on July 12th in 29 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest July 12 ever in Durham?
The warmest July 12 in Durham, NC reached 102°F in 1993. That is 13°F above the long-term average high of 89°F.
What was the coldest July 12 ever in Durham?
The coldest July 12 in Durham, NC dropped to 57°F in 1978. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 68°F.
What is the average temperature on July 12 in Durham?
On July 12, Durham averages a high of 89°F and a low of 68°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from DURHAM.
How many years of weather data are available for July 12 in Durham?
We have 55 years of weather records for July 12 in Durham, NC, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
July 12 Weather History in Durham
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 96°F | 74°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 2024 | 80°F | 75°F | 2.74" | -- |
| 2023 | 94°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 94°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 90°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 93°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 92°F | 73°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2018 | 87°F | 72°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2017 | 94°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 91°F | 70°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 2015 | 86°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 90°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 77°F | 70°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2012 | 83°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 89°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 94°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 90°F | 66°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2008 | 86°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 89°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 86°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 84°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 93°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 87°F | 67°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2002 | 75°F | 65°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2001 | 91°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 88°F | 69°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1999 | 72°F | 58°F | 0.99" | -- |
| 1998 | 85°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 95°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 78°F | 64°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1995 | 91°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 88°F | 74°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1993 | 102°F | 74°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1992 | 96°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 88°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 98°F | 74°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 1989 | -- | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 91°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 91°F | 70°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 1986 | 98°F | 72°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1985 | 90°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 91°F | 73°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1983 | 91°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 89°F | 69°F | 1.91" | -- |
| 1981 | -- | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 90°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 88°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 82°F | 57°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 1977 | 92°F | 66°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 1976 | 92°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 80°F | 65°F | 0.81" | -- |
| 1974 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 91°F | 63°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1972 | 79°F | 64°F | 0.97" | -- |
| 1971 | 93°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: DURHAM
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Durham, NC, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.