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Newport News, VA Weather on April 12
April 12th in Newport News, VA typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 70°F and lows near 49°F. Over 54 years of records, the warmest April 12th was in 2013 (77°F average), while the coldest was 1976 (43°F) — a 34°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 41% of April 12th dates historically, with the wettest April 12th recording 1.93" of rain. The last decade has been 4.5°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on April 12
Planning for April 12th in Newport News, VA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
April 12 Weather Records for Newport News
- •The all-time record high for April 12th in Newport News, VA is 89°F, set in 1977.
- •The coldest April 12th on record dropped to 33°F in 1976.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 12 ever in Newport News?
The warmest April 12 in Newport News, VA reached 89°F in 1977. That is 19°F above the long-term average high of 70°F.
What was the coldest April 12 ever in Newport News?
The coldest April 12 in Newport News, VA dropped to 33°F in 1976. That is 16°F below the long-term average low of 49°F.
What is the average temperature on April 12 in Newport News?
On April 12, Newport News averages a high of 70°F and a low of 49°F based on 54 years of NOAA weather observations from NEWPORT NEWS PRESS BLD.
How many years of weather data are available for April 12 in Newport News?
We have 54 years of weather records for April 12 in Newport News, VA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 12 Weather History in Newport News
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 54°F | 45°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2024 | 72°F | 57°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2023 | 80°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 79°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 66°F | 50°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2020 | 79°F | 53°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2019 | 80°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 74°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 78°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 62°F | 50°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 2015 | 69°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 75°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 84°F | 70°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2012 | 62°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 82°F | 59°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2010 | 74°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 61°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 82°F | 65°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2007 | 76°F | 50°F | 1.02" | -- |
| 2006 | 75°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 56°F | 39°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 2004 | 63°F | 46°F | 1.93" | -- |
| 2003 | 72°F | 44°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2002 | 72°F | 52°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2001 | 83°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 66°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 61°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 57°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 66°F | 55°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 1996 | 82°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 76°F | 53°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1994 | 73°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 66°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 81°F | 54°F | 1.45" | -- |
| 1991 | 57°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 55°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 46°F | 43°F | 1.52" | -- |
| 1987 | 77°F | 56°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1986 | 70°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 69°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 67°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 60°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 58°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 82°F | 55°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1980 | 75°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 78°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 77°F | 40°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1977 | 89°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 53°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 54°F | 35°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1974 | 73°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 59°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 65°F | 48°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1971 | 71°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 54 years of data from NOAA station: NEWPORT NEWS PRESS BLD
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Newport News, VA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.