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Mount Fuji Weather in April
Mount Fuji in April sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 190 mm (7.5 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Mount Fuji in April
Mount Fuji is in the rainy season in April, with rain on around 17 days and an average of 190 mm (7.5 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Mount Fuji in April
April in Mount Fuji brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.April in Mount Fuji can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Mount Fuji Temperature in April
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
190 mm (7.5 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
60%
Mount Fuji Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mount Fuji typically rise from around 13°C (55°F) at the start of April to approximately 19°C (66°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -4°C (25°F) to 2°C (36°F).
Average temperatures in April
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in April
Historical weather records for Mount Fuji in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Mount Fuji spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Mount Fuji historical weather extremes in April
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Mount Fuji from 1976 through 2026.
- Mount Fuji recorded its highest April temperature of 28°C (82°F) on April 11, 2026.
Best Places in Japan in April
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tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Mount Fuji in April
Pleasant temperatures in April mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Mount Fuji in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Mount Fuji 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in April
Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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24°C (75°F) Osaka
20°C (68°F) Kyoto19°C (66°F) Tokyo19°C (66°F) Hakone17°C (63°F) Hakuba11°C (52°F) Sapporo
11°C (52°F) Niseko9°C (48°F) Bucket list
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