April weather forecast
Independence, KY

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Weather in April

April in Independence, Kentucky greets the residents with true spring weather. The temperatures make a noticeable jump from the previous month, fluctuating from 45.3°F (7.4°C) to 63.9°F (17.7°C) with snowfall reducing significantly to nearly 0.16" (4mm). Vibrant hues of spring envelop the city while the revitalized fauna adds life to the city’s parks and fields. April’s balmy weather allows the residents to shed their winter coats and step outside to enjoy the full bloom of spring. It's a delightful time to explore local trails and engage in outdoor brunches marking the farewell to winter chills.

Temperature

The transition from March to April in Independence brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Throughout April, the average low-temperature in Independence records at a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Independence, in April, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows in Independence. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Independence aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Independence is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Independence, the average sunshine in April is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Independence is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in April transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Independence?

April temperatures in Independence, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and a low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Independence?

In Independence, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April in Independence?

In Independence, Kentucky, during April, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Independence?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Independence. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Independence aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in April?

The average day length in April in Independence is 13h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Independence?

On the first day of April in Independence, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Independence?

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

What is the UV index intensity in April in Independence?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Independence is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Independence, KY

Average temperature in April - Independence, KY
  • Average high temperature in April: 63.9°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 (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Independence, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Independence, KY

Average wind speed in April - Independence, KY
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.2mph

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).

Average humidity in April
Independence, KY

Average humidity in April - Independence, KY
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Independence, KY

Average rainfall in April - Independence, KY
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in April
Independence, KY

Average rainfall days in April - Independence, KY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Independence, KY

Average snowfall in April - Independence, KY
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Independence, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Independence, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Independence, KY

Average sunshine days in April - Independence, KY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Independence, KY

Average UV index in April - Independence, KY
  • Average UV index in April: 4

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
Independence, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in April
Independence, KY

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

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

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