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Lexington, KY Weather on October 12
October 12th in Lexington, KY typically brings pleasant fall weather, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 49°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest October 12th was in 1985 (72°F average), while the coldest was 1988 (41°F) — a 31°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 31% of October 12th dates historically, with the wettest October 12th recording 0.83" of rain. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on October 12
Planning for October 12th in Lexington, KY? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
October 12 Weather Records for Lexington
- •The all-time record high for October 12th in Lexington, KY is 85°F, set in 2008.
- •The coldest October 12th on record dropped to 29°F in 1988.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 12th in 1 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), October 12th was 5°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 12 ever in Lexington?
The warmest October 12 in Lexington, KY reached 85°F in 2008. That is 14°F above the long-term average high of 71°F.
What was the coldest October 12 ever in Lexington?
The coldest October 12 in Lexington, KY dropped to 29°F in 1988. That is 20°F below the long-term average low of 49°F.
What is the average temperature on October 12 in Lexington?
On October 12, Lexington averages a high of 71°F and a low of 49°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from LEXINGTON BLUEGRASS AP.
How many years of weather data are available for October 12 in Lexington?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 12 in Lexington, KY, 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 Lexington
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 72°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 80°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 82°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 80°F | 59°F | 0.17" | -- |
| 2021 | 77°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 75°F | 53°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 2019 | 60°F | 40°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2018 | 61°F | 40°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 2017 | 65°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 79°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 78°F | 50°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2014 | 75°F | 54°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2013 | 80°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 66°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 67°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 81°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 66°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 85°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 63°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 54°F | 34°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2005 | 73°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 64°F | 51°F | 0.62" | -- |
| 2003 | 71°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 76°F | 63°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 2001 | 73°F | 62°F | 0.73" | -- |
| 2000 | 71°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 75°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 73°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 83°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 67°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 81°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 68°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 60°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 67°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 69°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 56°F | 49°F | 0.6" | -- |
| 1989 | 81°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 54°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 57°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 68°F | 58°F | 0.31" | -- |
| 1985 | 83°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 75°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 78°F | 59°F | 0.83" | -- |
| 1982 | 59°F | 44°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1981 | 73°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 57°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 61°F | 50°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1978 | 78°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 52°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 74°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 72°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 77°F | 54°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1973 | 79°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 68°F | 59°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1971 | 76°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: LEXINGTON BLUEGRASS AP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Lexington, KY, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.