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New Orleans, LA Weather on July 12
New Orleans sweltered to 99°F on July 12, 2020
July 12 in New Orleans typically brings oppressive heat with an average high of 92°F, but the record books show even more extreme conditions are possible in this humid Gulf city. The scorching peak of 99°F was set just four years ago in 2020, while the coolest reading on record came decades earlier at 68°F in 1972, demonstrating the wide range of summer weather patterns across five decades of documented history.
What to Expect on July 12
Planning for July 12th in New Orleans, LA? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest July 12 ever in New Orleans?
The warmest July 12 in New Orleans, LA reached 99°F in 2020. That is 7°F above the long-term average high of 92°F.
What was the coldest July 12 ever in New Orleans?
The coldest July 12 in New Orleans, LA dropped to 68°F in 1972. That is 8°F below the long-term average low of 76°F.
What is the average temperature on July 12 in New Orleans?
On July 12, New Orleans averages a high of 92°F and a low of 76°F based on 54 years of NOAA weather observations from NEW ORLEANS WSO CITY.
How many years of weather data are available for July 12 in New Orleans?
We have 54 years of weather records for July 12 in New Orleans, LA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
July 12 Weather History in New Orleans
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 92°F | 73°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2024 | 88°F | 76°F | 1.45" | -- |
| 2023 | 95°F | 79°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2022 | 95°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 87°F | 72°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 2020 | 99°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 89°F | 80°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2018 | 92°F | 76°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 2017 | 91°F | 78°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2016 | 90°F | 79°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 93°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 92°F | 74°F | 2.69" | -- |
| 2013 | 89°F | 71°F | 5.66" | -- |
| 2012 | 88°F | 73°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2011 | 95°F | 78°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2010 | 93°F | 76°F | 1.42" | -- |
| 2009 | 93°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 96°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 97°F | 79°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 90°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 95°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 93°F | 76°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2003 | 91°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 93°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 92°F | 74°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 2000 | 97°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 94°F | 77°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1998 | 96°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 96°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 97°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 95°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 90°F | 73°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1993 | 88°F | -- | 0.18" | -- |
| 1992 | 93°F | 77°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1990 | 94°F | 76°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1989 | 94°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 92°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 95°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 93°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 88°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 88°F | 72°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 1983 | 92°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 91°F | 76°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 1981 | 92°F | 78°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1980 | 98°F | 82°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 90°F | 70°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1978 | 91°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 95°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 90°F | 72°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 1975 | 90°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 95°F | 76°F | 1.52" | -- |
| 1973 | 90°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 87°F | 68°F | 4.32" | -- |
| 1971 | 90°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 54 years of data from NOAA station: NEW ORLEANS WSO CITY
How Has July 12 Changed?
The last decade has been 1.2°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for New Orleans, LA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.