April weather forecast
Frankfort, KY

Share
The Capitol Building in Frankfort, Kentucky, during autumn
The Capitol Building in Frankfort, Kentucky, during autumn

Weather in April

April heralds true spring weather, with Kentucky's landscapes painted in hues of fresh green. Noticeable changes in temperature provide a more welcoming environment. Average rainfall inches upward to 2.72" (69mm), witnessing an increase over most months. Coupled with the longer hours of daylight and sunshine, it makes for a perfect time to enjoy outdoor activities in Frankfort. The reappearance of vibrant flora is further enhanced by the increased visibility conditions.

Temperature

April in Frankfort, Kentucky, sees a temperature increase, moving from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in March to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During the nights in April, Frankfort experiences a consistent average temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Frankfort, Kentucky, is 77%.

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows in Frankfort. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Frankfort aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Frankfort, Kentucky, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Frankfort, Kentucky, is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Frankfort, the average sunshine in April is 7.7h.

UV index

In Frankfort, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in April translates into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Frankfort?

April temperatures in Frankfort vary between a high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Frankfort?

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Frankfort?

The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Frankfort in April?

In Frankfort, Kentucky, in April, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Frankfort?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Frankfort, Kentucky. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Frankfort aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in April in Frankfort?

In April, the average day length in Frankfort, Kentucky, is 13h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Frankfort?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Frankfort?

The average sunshine duration in April in Frankfort is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Frankfort?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Frankfort, Kentucky, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Frankfort, KY

Average temperature in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average high temperature in April: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in April
Frankfort, KY

Average pressure in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average pressure in April: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in April
Frankfort, KY

Average wind speed in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in April
Frankfort, KY

Average humidity in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in April
Frankfort, KY

Average rainfall in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in April
Frankfort, KY

Average rainfall days in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in April
Frankfort, KY

Average snowfall in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in April
Frankfort, KY

Average snowfall days in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Frankfort, KY

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in April
Frankfort, KY

Average sunshine days in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in April
Frankfort, KY

Average UV index in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in April
Frankfort, KY

Average cloud cover in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

[Resources]

Average visibility in April
Frankfort, KY

Average visibility in April - Frankfort, KY
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May and July (5mi).

[Resources]

Frankfort, Kentucky, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location