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Fayetteville, NC Weather on August 12
August 12th in Fayetteville, NC typically brings hot summer weather, with average highs around 90°F and lows near 70°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 12th was in 1983 (87°F average), while the coldest was 1989 (67°F) — a 20°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 36% of August 12th dates historically, with the wettest August 12th recording 1.55" of rain. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on August 12
Planning for August 12th in Fayetteville, NC? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
August 12 Weather Records for Fayetteville
- •The all-time record high for August 12th in Fayetteville, NC is 98°F, set in 1999.
- •The coldest August 12th on record dropped to 59°F in 2008.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 12th in 27 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 12 ever in Fayetteville?
The warmest August 12 in Fayetteville, NC reached 98°F in 1999. That is 8°F above the long-term average high of 90°F.
What was the coldest August 12 ever in Fayetteville?
The coldest August 12 in Fayetteville, NC dropped to 59°F in 2008. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 70°F.
What is the average temperature on August 12 in Fayetteville?
On August 12, Fayetteville averages a high of 90°F and a low of 70°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from FAYETTEVILLE (PWC).
How many years of weather data are available for August 12 in Fayetteville?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 12 in Fayetteville, NC, 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 Fayetteville
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 86°F | 72°F | 1.51" | -- |
| 2024 | 89°F | 73°F | 1.1" | -- |
| 2023 | 89°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 95°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 92°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 90°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 92°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 92°F | 70°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2017 | 88°F | 73°F | 0.54" | -- |
| 2016 | 90°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 87°F | 65°F | 0.98" | -- |
| 2014 | 87°F | 70°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2013 | 95°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 85°F | 72°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2011 | 93°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 95°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 97°F | 72°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2008 | 85°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 86°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 79°F | 69°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2005 | 89°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 86°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 86°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 92°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 96°F | 73°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2000 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 98°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 92°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 89°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 87°F | 68°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 1995 | 88°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 89°F | 64°F | 0.22" | -- |
| 1993 | 87°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 98°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 87°F | 72°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1990 | 89°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 71°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 90°F | 70°F | 0.47" | -- |
| 1987 | 88°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 93°F | 70°F | 1.55" | -- |
| 1985 | 89°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 86°F | 71°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 1983 | 97°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 91°F | 71°F | 0.54" | -- |
| 1981 | 93°F | 69°F | 0.26" | -- |
| 1980 | 96°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 93°F | 71°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1978 | 89°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 95°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 90°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 91°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 80°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 93°F | 75°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1972 | 80°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 91°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: FAYETTEVILLE (PWC)
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Fayetteville, NC, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.