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South Bend, IN Weather on April 12
April 12th in South Bend, IN typically brings mild spring weather, with average highs around 60°F and lows near 39°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest April 12th was in 1977 (71°F average), while the coldest was 1990 (34°F) — a 37°F range across recorded history. Precipitation has occurred on 44% of recorded April 12th dates, with snow falling 4% of the time. The last decade has been 1.6°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on April 12
Planning for April 12th in South Bend, IN? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
April 12 Weather Records for South Bend
- •The all-time record high for April 12th in South Bend, IN is 84°F, set in 1977.
- •The coldest April 12th on record dropped to 23°F in 1975.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on April 12th in 15 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), April 12th was 20°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 12 ever in South Bend?
The warmest April 12 in South Bend, IN reached 84°F in 1977. That is 24°F above the long-term average high of 60°F.
What was the coldest April 12 ever in South Bend?
The coldest April 12 in South Bend, IN dropped to 23°F in 1975. That is 16°F below the long-term average low of 39°F.
What is the average temperature on April 12 in South Bend?
On April 12, South Bend averages a high of 60°F and a low of 39°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from S BEND.
How many years of weather data are available for April 12 in South Bend?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 12 in South Bend, IN, 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 South Bend
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 59°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 58°F | 43°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2023 | 81°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 69°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 63°F | 43°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2020 | 64°F | 45°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2019 | 55°F | 42°F | 1.73" | -- |
| 2018 | 73°F | 48°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2017 | 58°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 46°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 69°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 77°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 44°F | 37°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2012 | 59°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 60°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 67°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 56°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 43°F | 35°F | 0.61" | -- |
| 2007 | 42°F | 34°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2006 | 73°F | 50°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2005 | 59°F | 45°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2004 | 49°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 54°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 69°F | 49°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2001 | 73°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 47°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 51°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 69°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 41°F | 34°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 1996 | 77°F | 55°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 1995 | 52°F | 37°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1994 | 71°F | 41°F | 1.7" | -- |
| 1993 | 46°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 41°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 54°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 44°F | 24°F | 0.08" | 0.9" |
| 1989 | 48°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 64°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 55°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 63°F | 32°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1985 | 72°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 61°F | 42°F | 1.4" | -- |
| 1983 | 56°F | 29°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1982 | 61°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 60°F | 49°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 1980 | 51°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 77°F | 49°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 1978 | 69°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 84°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 53°F | 25°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 50°F | 23°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 75°F | 54°F | 0.99" | -- |
| 1973 | 46°F | 33°F | 0.38" | 1" |
| 1972 | 66°F | 47°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 1971 | 80°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: S BEND
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for South Bend, IN, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.