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Las Vegas, NV Weather on October 12

Las Vegas peaks at 100°F: October 12 record still unbeaten since 1971

October 12 in Las Vegas typically brings mild autumn conditions with highs around 84°F and lows near 55°F. However, the day has seen extreme temperature swings across its 55-year history, ranging from a scorching 100°F record set in 1971 to a chilly 36°F low in 1973. This 64-degree variance underscores the desert's unpredictable nature, where fall weather can still deliver summer intensity or surprisingly cold nights.

By Weather On This Day|
Avg High
84°F
Avg Low
55°F
Record High
100°F
1978
Record Low
36°F
1973
Las Vegas, NV on October 12 — Temperature History20°F40°F60°F80°F100°F19801990200020102020HighLow

What to Expect on October 12

Planning for October 12th in Las Vegas, NV? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the warmest October 12 ever in Las Vegas?

The warmest October 12 in Las Vegas, NV reached 100°F in 1978. That is 16°F above the long-term average high of 84°F.

What was the coldest October 12 ever in Las Vegas?

The coldest October 12 in Las Vegas, NV dropped to 36°F in 1973. That is 19°F below the long-term average low of 55°F.

What is the average temperature on October 12 in Las Vegas?

On October 12, Las Vegas averages a high of 84°F and a low of 55°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from SUNRISE MANOR LAS VEGA.

How many years of weather data are available for October 12 in Las Vegas?

We have 55 years of weather records for October 12 in Las Vegas, NV, 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 Las Vegas

YearHighLowPrecipSnow
202577°F59°F0"--
202496°F65°F0"--
202377°F60°F0"--
202291°F67°F0"--
202166°F47°F0"--
202092°F65°F0"--
201976°F49°F0"--
201879°F62°F0"--
201783°F60°F0"--
201687°F61°F0"--
201593°F69°F0"--
201489°F64°F0"--
201376°F50°F0"--
201267°F52°F0.98"--
201184°F51°F0"--
201091°F59°F0"--
200985°F55°F0"--
200860°F44°F0"--
200787°F56°F0"--
200681°F57°F0"--
200581°F53°F0"--
200479°F66°F0"--
200387°F62°F0"--
200287°F68°F0"--
200179°F53°F0"--
200069°F55°F0"--
199995°F58°F0"--
199883°F51°F0"--
199769°F52°F0"--
199696°F58°F0"--
199592°F63°F0"--
199487°F55°F0"--
199385°F60°F0"--
199293°F58°F0"--
199191°F71°F0"--
199085°F51°F0"--
198992°F52°F0"--
198891°F55°F0"--
198789°F54°F0"--
198674°F45°F0"--
198576°F47°F0"--
198478°F59°F0"--
198385°F52°F0"--
198280°F39°F0"--
198173°F39°F0"--
198091°F61°F0"--
197993°F48°F0"--
1978100°F49°F0"--
197790°F42°F0"--
197692°F55°F0"--
197577°F52°F0"--
197488°F48°F0"--
197383°F36°F0"--
197271°F47°F0"--
1971100°F48°F0"--

Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: SUNRISE MANOR LAS VEGA

How Has October 12 Changed?

Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.

Monthly Climate Averages

Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Las Vegas, NV, based on 55+ years of weather data.

Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 106°F / Low: 77°F
Coldest MonthDecemberAvg High: 59°F / Low: 35°F
Jan
60°/ 36°
💧 0.2"
❄️ 3.5"
Feb
65°/ 40°
💧 0.2"
❄️ 2.0"
Mar
72°/ 46°
💧 0.2"
Apr
80°/ 53°
💧 0.1"
May
90°/ 62°
💧 0.1"
Jun
101°/ 70°
💧 0.1"
Jul
106°/ 77°
💧 0.1"
Aug
104°/ 75°
💧 0.3"
Sep
96°/ 67°
💧 0.2"
Oct
83°/ 55°
💧 0.2"
Nov
69°/ 43°
💧 0.2"
Dec
59°/ 35°
💧 0.2"

Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.

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