If you plan to visit Tokyo in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +18°C during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 164 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+18°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+29°C
Max.
164 mm
Total precipitation
63%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tokyo has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Tokyo in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tokyo for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +27°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in April averages around +21°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +22°C to +23°C.
Is Tokyo warm or cold in April?
Tokyo is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +13°C to +18°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +6°C to +11°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Tokyo:
Water temperature in Tokyo in April
Water in Tokyo in April is Cold. It varies from +14°C to +18°C, with an average of +16°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +18°C.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Tokyo are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.
Can you swim in Tokyo in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Tokyo in April, the water is very cold (+16°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Tokyo in April
Tokyo weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+13°C
+18°C
+23°C
Min. temperature
-2°C
0°C
+7°C
Max. temperature
+25°C
+29°C
+33°C
Rainfall
158 mm
164 mm
162 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+14°C
+16°C
+18°C
Humidity
58%
63%
68%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1013 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
5
5
4
Cloudy days
6
8
10
Rainy days
18
16
16
Snowy days
1
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +13°C to +18°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 158 mm to 164 mm.Humidity rises from 58% to 63%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 5 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Tokyo in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Tokyo is gradually increasing during April, going from 4 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Tokyo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 47% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 273 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 68 mm, which is considered heavy rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Tokyo wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 233 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 69 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Tokyo?
This is the weather in Tokyo in April 2023:
1 April
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+22°C
2 April
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+18°C
3 April
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+17°C
4 April
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+21°C
5 April
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+21°C
6 April
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+22°C
7 April
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+21°C
8 April
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+19°C
9 April
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+18°C
10 April
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+21°C
11 April
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+24°C
12 April
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+24°C
13 April
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+20°C
14 April
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+23°C
15 April
🌫️
+15°C
16 April
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+23°C
17 April
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+20°C
18 April
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+20°C
19 April
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+25°C
20 April
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+25°C
21 April
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+27°C
22 April
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+17°C
23 April
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+18°C
24 April
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+16°C
25 April
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+19°C
26 April
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+19°C
27 April
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+23°C
28 April
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+24°C
29 April
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+23°C
30 April
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+23°C
In April 2023 Tokyo had 16 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +21°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +15°C. The average humidity was 69%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 28%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Tokyo climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Tokyo in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+18°C) and the highest in 2023 (+22°C). The driest year was 1984 with only 896 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 5634 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tokyo in April:
Is April a good time to visit Tokyo?
It’s always a good time to visit Tokyo, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Tokyo in April?
April has mild temperatures in Tokyo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Tokyo in April?
Swimming in Tokyo in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Tokyo rainy in April?
Tokyo is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Tokyo in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Tokyo in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tokyo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
