April weather forecastLexington, KY
April
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
Observing a rise in April, the average high-temperature goes from March's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is noted during the month of April.Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Lexington, in April, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 37.95" (964mm) 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" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.8 snowfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in April in Lexington is 13h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April is 7.6h.UV index
In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lexington, KY
- Average daylight in April: 13h and 12min
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
