April weather forecast
Kentucky, USA

April in Kentucky solidifies the presence of spring, distancing itself further from the vestiges of winter. Daytime temperatures typically fluctuate between 55°F (12.8°C) and 70°F (21.1°C), making it significantly warmer than March. Nighttime lows generally range from 40°F (4.4°C) to 55°F (12.8°C). The northern regions, while still cooler than the south, align more closely with state-wide averages during this month.

Snowfall becomes a rare occurrence in April, further decreasing its contribution to the annual totals. In its place, rain takes center stage, making April one of the wettest months in Kentucky. Average precipitation often surpasses that of March, setting the stage for an even wetter May. Thunderstorms and rapid weather changes are also more frequent, owing to the rising heat and humidity levels.

Louisville and Lexington experience similar April conditions, but Louisville generally sees slightly higher rainfall, owing to its proximity to the Ohio River. Both cities revel in the increasingly hospitable conditions, which allow for the resurgence of outdoor activities like hiking and horseback riding.

When compared to March, April sees more stable weather patterns, although it is still prone to sudden changes. The increased rainfall serves as an early indicator of the upcoming humid summers, while the warming trend is a precursor to May, which experiences more heat and humidity. Overall, April in Kentucky offers a mix of pleasant temperatures, sporadic rain showers, and a heightened probability for thunderstorms, signaling a shift from the transitional nature of spring toward the more defined characteristics of summer.

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• Louisville - April »
  In Louisville in April, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. April is the last month it regularly snows in Louisville, Kentucky.
• Lexington - April »
  During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Lexington aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Lexington aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.
• Bowling Green - April »
  In Bowling Green during April, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Bowling Green, during April, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.
• Owensboro - April »
  The month with the most rainfall in Owensboro is April, when the rain falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation. In Owensboro in April, during 15.7 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Covington - April »
  In Covington during April, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. During 0.4 snowfall days, in April, Covington aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.
• Richmond - April »
  During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Richmond aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. April is the last month it regularly snows in Richmond, Kentucky.
• Georgetown - April »
  During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Georgetown aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Georgetown aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.
• Elizabethtown - April »
  On the first day of April in Elizabethtown sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. April is the last month it regularly snows in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
• Nicholasville - April »
  In Nicholasville, during April, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Nicholasville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.
• Henderson - April »
  In Henderson, Kentucky, in April, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. April is the month with the most rainfall in Henderson, Kentucky.
• Frankfort - April »
  The month with the most rainfall in Frankfort is April, when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Frankfort aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.