Hiroshima Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hiroshima, Japan in April.

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Hiroshima Miyajima Onomichi Fukuyama

Considering a trip to Hiroshima, Japan this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Hiroshima in April

Hiroshima, Japan is a region in Japan. April in Hiroshima generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Kure at 18°C (64°F) to pleasant in Fukuyama at 20°C (68°F). At night it cools down to 10°C (50°F) in Fukuyama and 11°C (52°F) in Kure.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hiroshima, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Onomichi with an average of 117 mm (4.6 in) to high rainfall in Miyajima with 145 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

April brings good sunshine to many areas. Hiroshima sees around 193 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Hiroshima by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hiroshima — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hiroshima)

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August32°C (90°F) September29°C (84°F) October23°C (73°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Hiroshima in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Hiroshima.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Hiroshima

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Hiroshima, Japan?

Temperature range in Hiroshima (April)

Precipitation variation in Hiroshima (April)

Hiroshima

In April Hiroshima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
193 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Miyajima

In April Miyajima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
193 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Onomichi

In April Onomichi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
193 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Fukuyama

In April Fukuyama generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
193 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Higashihiroshima

In April Higashihiroshima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
193 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
126 mm (5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Hiroshima in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hiroshima 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Miyajima 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Onomichi 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Fukuyama 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Higashihiroshima 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Kure 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)

Hiroshima weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hiroshima, Japan in April?

April in Hiroshima, Japan brings pleasant weather. In Hiroshima, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Hiroshima, Japan in April?

In Hiroshima, the average daytime high in April is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Hiroshima, Japan get a lot of rain in April?

Yes, April tends to be a wetter month in Hiroshima, Japan. Average rainfall in Hiroshima sits around 121 mm (4.8 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Hiroshima, Japan?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Hiroshima, Japan. Typically, the climate in Hiroshima is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, April, May, September, October and November provide pleasant weather in Hiroshima. On the other hand, the months of January and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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