April weather forecast
Nicholasville, KY

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Weather in April

April sees a swift transition to warmer weather, as temperatures increase substantially from March, reaching between 46.6°F (8.1°C) to 65.8°F (18.8°C). Blossoms adorn the trees throughout Nicholasville as winter becomes a memory. Simultaneously, rainfall totals begin to climb, providing much-needed hydration to the budding flora. The amount of sunshine each day continues to increase, casting longer shadows in the late afternoon. With April's close, the preparations for the onset of the prime warm months of summer commence into May.

Temperature

Nicholasville's transition into April is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in March to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). During April nights, Nicholasville records an average temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout April, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in April, Nicholasville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Nicholasville, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Nicholasville, 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 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Nicholasville, is 65.8°F (18.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

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

How much does it rain in April?

In Nicholasville, during April, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in April?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nicholasville have in April?

In Nicholasville, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.8h.

How high is the UV index in April?

In Nicholasville, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Nicholasville, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in April
Nicholasville, KY

Average pressure in April - Nicholasville, 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
Nicholasville, KY

Average wind speed in April - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in April
Nicholasville, KY

Average humidity in April - Nicholasville, 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
Nicholasville, KY

Average rainfall in April - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average rainfall in April: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in April
Nicholasville, KY

Average rainfall days in April - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Nicholasville, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Nicholasville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Nicholasville, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Nicholasville, KY

Average sunshine days in April - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Nicholasville, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Nicholasville, KY

Average cloud cover in April - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Nicholasville, KY

Average visibility in April - Nicholasville, 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).

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