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Rochester, NY Weather on April 12
April 12th in Rochester, NY typically brings cool spring weather, with average highs around 56°F and lows near 36°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest April 12th was in 1977 (68°F average), while the coldest was 1975 (30°F) — a 38°F range across recorded history. Precipitation has occurred on 44% of recorded April 12th dates, with snow falling 2% of the time (heaviest snowfall: 2.9"). The last decade has been 3.9°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on April 12
Planning for April 12th in Rochester, NY? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
April 12 Weather Records for Rochester
- •The all-time record high for April 12th in Rochester, NY is 84°F, set in 2001.
- •The coldest April 12th on record dropped to 22°F in 1989.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on April 12th in 20 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), April 12th was 21°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 12 ever in Rochester?
The warmest April 12 in Rochester, NY reached 84°F in 2001. That is 28°F above the long-term average high of 56°F.
What was the coldest April 12 ever in Rochester?
The coldest April 12 in Rochester, NY dropped to 22°F in 1989. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 36°F.
What is the average temperature on April 12 in Rochester?
On April 12, Rochester averages a high of 56°F and a low of 36°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from ROCHESTER GTR INTL.
How many years of weather data are available for April 12 in Rochester?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 12 in Rochester, NY, 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 Rochester
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 44°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 65°F | 42°F | 0.99" | -- |
| 2023 | 77°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 63°F | 46°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 2021 | 55°F | 47°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2020 | 65°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 73°F | 41°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2018 | 61°F | 29°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2017 | 54°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 46°F | 30°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2015 | 68°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 63°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 54°F | 35°F | 1.98" | -- |
| 2012 | 60°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 51°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 54°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 41°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 53°F | 38°F | 1.47" | -- |
| 2007 | 53°F | 39°F | 0.97" | -- |
| 2006 | 71°F | 46°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2005 | 46°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 50°F | 36°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2003 | 57°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 75°F | 52°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2001 | 84°F | 52°F | 1.24" | -- |
| 2000 | 42°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 49°F | 32°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1998 | 64°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 41°F | 34°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 1996 | 52°F | 40°F | 1.14" | -- |
| 1995 | 61°F | 48°F | 0.58" | -- |
| 1994 | 50°F | 40°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 1993 | 41°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 41°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 44°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 35°F | 26°F | 0.2" | 2.9" |
| 1989 | 53°F | 22°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 61°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 57°F | 39°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 1986 | 45°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 57°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 59°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 51°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 48°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 49°F | 34°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1980 | 58°F | 42°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 1979 | 49°F | 37°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1978 | 62°F | 41°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1977 | 79°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 42°F | 22°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 38°F | 22°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 67°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 43°F | 22°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 60°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 77°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: ROCHESTER GTR INTL
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Rochester, NY, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.