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Elizabeth, NJ Weather on August 12
August 12th in Elizabeth, NJ typically brings warm summer weather, with average highs around 85°F and lows near 69°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 12th was in 1988 (88°F average), while the coldest was 1979 (61°F) — a 27°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 38% of August 12th dates historically, with the wettest August 12th recording 1.99" of rain. The last decade has been 2.3°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on August 12
Planning for August 12th in Elizabeth, NJ? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
August 12 Weather Records for Elizabeth
- •The all-time record high for August 12th in Elizabeth, NJ is 98°F, set in 2021.
- •The coldest August 12th on record dropped to 57°F in 1979.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 12th in 11 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 12 ever in Elizabeth?
The warmest August 12 in Elizabeth, NJ reached 98°F in 2021. That is 13°F above the long-term average high of 85°F.
What was the coldest August 12 ever in Elizabeth?
The coldest August 12 in Elizabeth, NJ dropped to 57°F in 1979. That is 12°F below the long-term average low of 69°F.
What is the average temperature on August 12 in Elizabeth?
On August 12, Elizabeth averages a high of 85°F and a low of 69°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from ELIZABETH.
How many years of weather data are available for August 12 in Elizabeth?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 12 in Elizabeth, NJ, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 12 Weather History in Elizabeth
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 92°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 86°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 90°F | 68°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2022 | 88°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 98°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 91°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 88°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 85°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 77°F | 65°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 2016 | 97°F | 74°F | 0.17" | -- |
| 2015 | 87°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 80°F | 72°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2013 | 83°F | 70°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2012 | 88°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 87°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 78°F | 70°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2009 | 84°F | 73°F | 0.32" | -- |
| 2008 | 83°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 89°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 80°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 96°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 84°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 84°F | 73°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2002 | 93°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 80°F | 73°F | 0.87" | -- |
| 2000 | 72°F | 63°F | 1.74" | -- |
| 1999 | 89°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 87°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 82°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 73°F | 63°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 1995 | 94°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 81°F | 69°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1993 | 81°F | 71°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1992 | 85°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 85°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 91°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 82°F | 63°F | 1.99" | -- |
| 1988 | 95°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 83°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 80°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 87°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 80°F | 74°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1983 | 71°F | 61°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 1982 | 78°F | 61°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1981 | 77°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 85°F | 73°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1979 | 64°F | 57°F | 1.51" | -- |
| 1978 | 81°F | 69°F | 1.49" | -- |
| 1977 | 85°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 88°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 89°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 84°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 91°F | 73°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1972 | 80°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 81°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: ELIZABETH
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Elizabeth, NJ, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.