April weather forecast
Lincoln, NE

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A water fountain in front of the State Capital building in Lincoln, Nebraska
A water fountain in front of the State Capital building in Lincoln, Nebraska

Weather in April

April in Lincoln, Nebraska boasts of a full-blown spring season. The city witnesses a further warm-up in terms of temperature, and contrary to the decrease in rainfall from winter to spring, April receives the second most rainfall of the year amounting to 0.55" (14mm). The abundance of rain, however, does not obstruct the rays of the sun as the city enjoys about 8.3 hours of sunlight daily. With excellent visibility, the month offers delightful weather to indulge in outdoor adventures. As a whole, the city basks in a delicate balance of warmth and rain in April, marking it as the heartbeat of the spring season.

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of April, moving from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in March to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). Lincoln, in the month of April, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Lincoln is 67%.

Rainfall

In April, in Lincoln, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout April, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.8 days and collects up to 7.44" (189mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lincoln, in April, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lincoln, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days and aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lincoln, Nebraska, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of April in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lincoln, the average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Lincoln?

The high-temperature, in April, in Lincoln, records 61.5°F (16.4°C), while the low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Lincoln?

In April, the average relative humidity in Lincoln is 67%.

How much does it rain in Lincoln in April?

In Lincoln, in April, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lincoln in April?

In Lincoln, in April, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, the average day length in April is 13h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Lincoln?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Lincoln is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Lincoln?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Lincoln, Nebraska, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Lincoln, NE

Average temperature in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average high temperature in April: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in April
Lincoln, NE

Average pressure in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average pressure in April: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Lincoln, NE

Average wind speed in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average wind speed in April: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in April
Lincoln, NE

Average humidity in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average humidity in April: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in April
Lincoln, NE

Average rainfall in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.16").

Average rainfall days in April
Lincoln, NE

Average rainfall days in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average rainfall days in April: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Lincoln, NE

Average snowfall in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Lincoln, NE

Average snowfall days in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lincoln, NE

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Lincoln, NE

Average sunshine days in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15 days).

Average UV index in April
Lincoln, NE

Average UV index in April - Lincoln, NE
  • 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
Lincoln, NE

Average cloud cover in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in April
Lincoln, NE

Average visibility in April - Lincoln, NE
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

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

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