April weather forecast
Lexington, KY

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A sunset view of the ancient buildings in Lexington, Kentucky
A sunset view of the ancient buildings in Lexington, Kentucky

Weather in April

April in Lexington promises more sunshine and warmer temperatures, enhancing the city's charm. With the departure of the rainy March, the temperature continues its upward trend, aligning with the spring feel. Amidst the rejuvenating conditions, April experiences the maximum average daylight hours, amounting to 13.2 hours. As the weeks go by, citizens feel the presence of summer with evenings becoming warmer and the daylight extending till late. With the approach of May, Lexington starts preparing for the first traces of summer heat, welcoming a whole new weather cycle.

Temperature

With the onset of April, Lexington sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from March's cool 53.4°F to a refreshing 65.5°F. Nighttime temperatures in April average to a frosty 46°F.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, in April, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 3.78" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 37.95" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lexington. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Lexington aggregates 0.35" of snow. In Lexington, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.8 days and aggregates up to 11.3" of snow.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Lexington is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during April leads to these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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FAQ

What is the average April temperature in Lexington?

During April, Lexington experiences an average high-temperature of 65.5°F and a low-temperature of 46°F.

What is the average humidity in April in Lexington?

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

How many days does it rain in April in Lexington?

In April, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout April, 3.78" of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Lexington?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Lexington aggregates 0.35" of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in April?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Lexington?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Lexington?

In Lexington, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Lexington?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Lexington, Kentucky, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Lexington, KY

Average temperature in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average high temperature in April: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in April
Lexington, KY

Average pressure in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in April
Lexington, KY

Average wind speed in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in April
Lexington, KY

Average humidity in April - Lexington, 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 (75%).

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Average rainfall in April
Lexington, KY

Average rainfall in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in April
Lexington, KY

Average rainfall days in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Lexington, KY

Average snowfall in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in April
Lexington, KY

Average snowfall days in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Lexington, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Lexington, KY

Average sunshine days in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Lexington, KY

Average UV index in April - Lexington, 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).

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Average cloud cover in April
Lexington, KY

Average cloud cover in April - Lexington, KY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in April
Lexington, KY

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

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

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