April weather forecast
Pikeville, KY

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Weather in April

The month of April in Pikeville often features more moderate temperatures and increased daily sun exposure. The pleasant weather conditions in April are characterized by a significant jump in the daily high to 66.7°F (19.3°C) from the previous month's 54.9°F (12.7°C). This generally marks the shift from heavier winter attire to lighter spring wear. With lighter rainfall and rarely any snowfall, the weather remains quite pleasant through the month. As the transition into May approaches, residents can anticipate even more sunshine and increasingly warmer temperatures.

Temperature

The onset of April marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in March to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). In Pikeville, an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is recorded during April nights.

Humidity

In Pikeville, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pikeville, during April, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Pikeville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Pikeville, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pikeville, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pikeville, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

In Pikeville, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pikeville in April?

In Pikeville, 66.7°F (19.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 46°F (7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Pikeville, during April, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in April, Pikeville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pikeville have in April?

In April, the average day length is 13h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Pikeville, KY

Average temperature in April - Pikeville, KY
  • Average high temperature in April: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in April
Pikeville, KY

Average pressure in April - Pikeville, KY
  • Average pressure in April: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Pikeville, KY

Average wind speed in April - Pikeville, KY
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in April
Pikeville, KY

Average humidity in April - Pikeville, KY
  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Pikeville, KY

Average rainfall in April - Pikeville, KY
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in April
Pikeville, KY

Average rainfall days in April - Pikeville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Pikeville, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Pikeville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Pikeville, 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: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Pikeville, KY

Average sunshine days in April - Pikeville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in April: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Pikeville, KY

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

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

Average cloud cover in April
Pikeville, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in April
Pikeville, KY

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

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

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