Cincinnati · April
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 64°F, low 44°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
64° / 44°F
Humidity
66%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
12 mph
What April feels like in Cincinnati
Sunrise
07:00
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:16
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Cincinnati in April
The kit for April in Cincinnati: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+10° avg high
0 rain days
Cincinnati in March →
April
64°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-10° avg high
-2 rain days
Cincinnati in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Cincinnati in April?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Cincinnati in April?+
Average high 64°F, average low 44°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Cincinnati?+
Compared to March (avg high 54°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 74°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Cincinnati in April?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in April, on average.