Japan in april: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
How are weather conditions in Japan in april? Is it the perfect time to go to Naha (Okinawa) and Kyoto? Check this with our datas and advices on this page.
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Weather in Japan in april 2021
Here, you have access to the weather forecast for april for most popular cities in Japan. These datas are statistics for april from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Where to go in Japan in april?
Where to go in Japan in april: destination map





Where should you go in Japan in april when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Japan in april ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.
In some localities of the archipelago of Japan, the month of April corresponds to the beginning of spring. Thus, the cities located in the south and the center of the archipelago take advantage of the rise in temperatures. Even if the rainfall is inherent to the climate throughout April in Japan, the beautiful sun allows to forget the few rainy episodes, which dissipate quite quickly. If one wants to visit the island of Hokkaido though, do not forget to wrap comfortably as the cold is still persistent.
Northern Japan in April
Temperatures rise gradually as spring approaches. However as they remain very low, the effect of this improvement in climatic conditions remains discreet. Thus, the cities of Sapporo on the island of Hokkaido, as well as Sendai on the island of Honshu, are disadvantaged by a cold atmosphere despite the presence of the sun. Therefore, in order to feel comfortable during tours of sites impossible to miss out on, do not forget warm clothes.
Central Japan in April
Except for the locality of Nagano-shi, which constantly faces cold temperatures morning, all localities in the center of the archipelago have a superb weather throughout April in Japan. The rise in temperature favors a pleasantly comfortable heat in the morning. Over the hours, a comfortable warmth becomes part of the visitor privileges who come to stay. Since the rains do not affect the weather, the climate will spice up any vacation.
Southern Japan in April
If intentions are to visit southern Japan in April, then get ready for weather in Japan throughout April that provides a generally comfortable warmth from morning until night. Temperatures vary from 11° C to 1 ° C in the locality of Fukuoka, but are more mild in the localities towards the south, such as Nagasaki and Kagoshima. If lucky enough to pass through Naha on the island of Nagasaki, one will have the opportunity to enjoy an extremely comfortable warmth.
Climate in Japan in april
Climate in Tokyo in april
In april, the mean temperature in Tokyo is 63°F (maximum temperature is 65°F and minimum temperature is 59°F). The climate is rather cool in this city in this month, but it is liveable by dressing warm. With 1.5in over 7 days, rainfall can happen throughout your stay. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, the month of april is a recommended month to go in Tokyo.
April | |||
Average temperature | 63°F | ||
Highest temperature | 65°F | ||
Lowest temperature | 59°F | ||
Sea temperature | 61°F | ||
Rainfall | 1.5in | ||
Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (22%) | ||
Humidity | 64% | ||
Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
Cloud cover | 39% | ||
Length of day | 13:05 | ||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Kobe in april
In april, the mean temperature in Kobe is 61°F (maximum temperature is 63°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate is rather fresh in that area in this month, but it is endurable by dressing hot. With 2.4in over 8 days, rain may occur during your journey. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, the month of april is a good month to go in this locality in Japan.
April | |||
Average temperature | 61°F | ||
Highest temperature | 63°F | ||
Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
Sea temperature | 61°F | ||
Rainfall | 2.4in | ||
Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (26%) | ||
Humidity | 73% | ||
Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
Cloud cover | 36% | ||
Length of day | 13:03 | ||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Kyoto in april
In april, the mean temperature in Kyoto is 56°F (maximum temperature is 63°F and minimum temperature is 47°F). The climate is fairly cool there in this month, but it is liveable when dressing hot. With 2.9in over 9 days, you will experience some showers for your trip. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good weather, april is a good month to go in Kyoto.
April | |||
Average temperature | 56°F | ||
Highest temperature | 63°F | ||
Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
Rainfall | 2.9in | ||
Number of days with rainfall | 9 day(s) (31%) | ||
Humidity | 88% | ||
Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
Cloud cover | 46% | ||
Length of day | 13:04 | ||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Osaka in april
In the month of april, maximum temperature is 65°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate is fairly cold in this location in this month, but it is bearable when dressing hot. With 1.3in over 5 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your vacations. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With good weather conditions, april is a good month to go in that area in Japan.
April | |||
Average temperature | 58°F | ||
Highest temperature | 65°F | ||
Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
Sea temperature | 61°F | ||
Rainfall | 1.3in | ||
Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (15%) | ||
Humidity | 82% | ||
Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
Cloud cover | 37% | ||
Length of day | 13:03 | ||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Sapporo (Hokkaido) in april
In the month of april, maximum temperature is 49°F and minimum temperature is 36°F (for an average temperature of 43°F). The climate is rather cool in that area in the month of april, but it is tolerable by dressing cosy. With 2in over 11 days, you will experience some showers during your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
April | |||
Average temperature | 43°F | ||
Highest temperature | 49°F | ||
Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
Sea temperature | 45°F | ||
Rainfall | 2in | ||
Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (35%) | ||
Humidity | 85% | ||
Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
Cloud cover | 46% | ||
Length of day | 13:24 | ||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Japan in april
Tokyo in april | good weather |
Kobe in april | good weather |
Kyoto in april | tolerable weather |
Osaka in april | good weather |
Sapporo (Hokkaido) in april | very bad weather |
Naha (Okinawa) in april | good weather |
Aomori in april | bad weather |
Fukuoka in april | good weather |
Hakodate in april | bad weather |
Hakone in april | good weather |
Hiroshima in april | good weather |
Ise in april | good weather |
Ishigaki-jima in april | good weather |
Izu in april | good weather |
Kagoshima (Kyushu) in april | good weather |
Kamakura in april | good weather |
Kanazawa in april | tolerable weather |
Karuizawa in april | tolerable weather |
Kitakyushu in april | good weather |
Kochi in april | good weather |
Kumamoto in april | good weather |
Weather data for Japan in april:
Weather data for Japan in april is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Japan. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Japan can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Japan.