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Lincoln, NE Weather on October 12
October 12th in Lincoln, NE typically brings mild fall weather, with average highs around 68°F and lows near 43°F — a 25°F daily swing. Over 55 years of records, the warmest October 12th was in 1975 (81°F average), while the coldest was 2009 (38°F) — a 43°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 25% of October 12th dates historically, with the wettest October 12th recording 0.53" of rain. The last decade has been 1.2°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 12
Planning for October 12th in Lincoln, NE? Great weather for outdoor activities.
October 12 Weather Records for Lincoln
- •The all-time record high for October 12th in Lincoln, NE is 93°F, set in 1975.
- •The coldest October 12th on record dropped to 25°F in 1977.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on October 12th in 2 of the last 55 years.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 12th in 8 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), October 12th was 8°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 12 ever in Lincoln?
The warmest October 12 in Lincoln, NE reached 93°F in 1975. That is 25°F above the long-term average high of 68°F.
What was the coldest October 12 ever in Lincoln?
The coldest October 12 in Lincoln, NE dropped to 25°F in 1977. That is 18°F below the long-term average low of 43°F.
What is the average temperature on October 12 in Lincoln?
On October 12, Lincoln averages a high of 68°F and a low of 43°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from LINCOLN AP.
How many years of weather data are available for October 12 in Lincoln?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 12 in Lincoln, NE, 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 Lincoln
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 86°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 80°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 68°F | 60°F | 0.21" | -- |
| 2022 | 70°F | 49°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2021 | 81°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 71°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 62°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 48°F | 35°F | 0.21" | -- |
| 2017 | 72°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 53°F | 33°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2015 | 77°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 67°F | 39°F | 0.24" | -- |
| 2013 | 68°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 53°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 71°F | 56°F | 0.14" | -- |
| 2010 | 75°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 44°F | 32°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2008 | 79°F | 66°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2007 | 71°F | 46°F | 0.5" | -- |
| 2006 | 52°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 65°F | 44°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2004 | 64°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 71°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 62°F | 34°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2001 | 61°F | 41°F | 0.35" | -- |
| 2000 | 80°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 88°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 68°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 69°F | 44°F | 0.45" | -- |
| 1996 | 80°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 90°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 70°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 63°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 68°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 79°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 63°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 78°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 68°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 74°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 46°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 72°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 78°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 56°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 56°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 63°F | 57°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1980 | 68°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 64°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 62°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 62°F | 25°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 77°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 93°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 55°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 66°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 55°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 76°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: LINCOLN AP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Lincoln, NE, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.