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Bardstown in April
Bardstown warms up: highs climb to 67°F (19°C), from 55°F in March, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain.
It scores 79/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 5.3 in (134 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 67°F (19°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 46°F (8°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.3 in (134 mm) across the month.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September & October).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, March – May.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (12°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 64/100 in March to 79/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 46°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bardstown in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Modern distillery with a restaurant and big bourbon list.
Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience
Visitor center for Heaven Hill (Elijah Craig, Evan Williams) with tours and tastings.
My Old Kentucky Home State Park
Federal Hill mansion linked to Stephen Foster's state song.
Why now April scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Jim Beam American Stillhouse
Jim Beam's Clermont distillery with tours and tastings.
Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History
Free museum of whiskey artifacts, Prohibition and moonshine stills.
Nearby in April
- Louisville in April~35 mi · highs 67°F, 5.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lexington in April~55 mi · highs 65°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in April~103 mi · highs 66°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Nashville in April~135 mi · highs 70°F, 5.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bardstown in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Bardstown?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 79/100 against a best of 86 in September & October. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
How hot is Bardstown in April?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bardstown in April?
Yes: about 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.4 in (1305 mm).
What should I pack for Bardstown in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 46°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.3 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Bardstown
Routes in season in April
- Kentucky Bourbon Country Apr – Oct
Planning Bardstown in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.