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Chikuma Weather in April

April in Chikuma brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights dropping to 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 142 mm (5.6 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Chikuma in April

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain, with 142 mm (5.6 in) average for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Chikuma in April

In April, expect moderate temperatures in Chikuma, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Chikuma in April

There are approximately 198 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May typically offers the best weather for Chikuma.

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Chikuma Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 142 mm (5.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
SunshineSunshine 198 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nagano, Japan (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in April

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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 Chikuma in April

Pack for changing conditions in Chikuma in April. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Chikuma in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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