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Normal weather for Japan in April

It's cool to moderate in April in Japan with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 10°C.

In April, there is an average of 89 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,3 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

Japan in April

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Temperature Average Temperature
17°C 17°C
Sun High Temp
20°C 22°C
Sun Low Temp
14°C 12°C
Rain Total Precipitation
89 mm 81 mm
Rain Rainy Days
12 days 11 days
Snow Total Snowfall
3,3 cm 0,4 cm
Snow Snowy Days
2 days 1 day

Start of April

The month of April starts in Japan with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 5°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

Mid April

By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 7°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

End of April

By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Japan is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants will do. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

Is April a good time to visit Japan?

Looking for sun and warm weather? April isn’t a good month to be in Japan. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.

Temperature records for Japan in April

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The climate in Japan is based on weather data from Tokyo. Other places, like Kyōto, Osaka or Hokkaido, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Japan to get the full picture of the climate.

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Daily Temperature in April in Japan

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Japan, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in April in Japan

Daily Precipitation in April in Japan

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Japan, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Japan.

Daily Precipitation in April in Japan

Daily Snowfall in April in Japan

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Japan, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.

Daily Snowfall in April in Japan

Daily UV Index in April in Japan

This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Japan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in April in Japan

Temperature in April in Japan Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in April in Japan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in April in Japan Over the Years

Total Precipitation in April in Japan Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Japan, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in April in Japan Over the Years

Snowfall in April in Japan per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Japan, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in April in Japan over the past years

Daily Climate in April for Japan

Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Japan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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Average Weather in Japan by Month

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