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 |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
14°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
89 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 7 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,3 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 0 days | |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Japan with cool temperatures, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights close to 5°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature rises to around 17°C, with nights close to 7°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Japan will be around 20°C, with nights close to 9°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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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? Then April isn’t the best time to be in Japan. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Japan in April
With 28°C, Japan hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 18°C.
Check out the climate of Japan for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate of Japan is based on weather data from Tokyo. Other spots, like Kyōto, Osaka or Hokkaido, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Japan for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in April in Japan
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in Japan, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in Japan
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Japan, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect around 12 days of rain in Japan.
Daily Snowfall in April in Japan
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Japan, measured in centimetres. 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 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.
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 years.
Total Precipitation in April in Japan Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Japan, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in Japan per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Japan, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in April for Japan
Click on a specific day in April for detailed info on the typical 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
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Japan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
