Kamikōchi Weather in April

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

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Matsumoto Takayama

Considering a trip to Kamikōchi, 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 Kamikōchi in April

Kamikōchi, Japan is a region in Japan. April in Kamikōchi generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Matsumoto.

For a closer look at conditions across Kamikōchi, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Takayama with an average of 118 mm (4.6 in) to high rainfall in Matsumoto with 152 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this April. For example, Matsumoto gets approximately 198 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Kamikōchi by month

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

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March8°C (46°F) April14°C (57°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September24°C (75°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kamikōchi in April

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

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 Kamikōchi

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

Temperature range in Kamikōchi (April)

Precipitation variation in Kamikōchi (April)

Matsumoto

In April Matsumoto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
198 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
152 mm (6 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Takayama

In April Takayama generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
198 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kamikōchi, in Japan.

Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matsumoto 14°C (57°F) 2°C (36°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Takayama 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)

Kamikōchi weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

April in Kamikōchi, Japan brings unpleasant weather. In Matsumoto, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

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

Matsumoto averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

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

Matsumoto typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 152 mm (6 in) on average across Kamikōchi, Japan.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Kamikōchi, Japan?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Kamikōchi, Japan with often unpleasant weather in Matsumoto.

On average, the best time to visit Kamikōchi, Japan is in May and August with generally pleasant weather in Matsumoto. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, July, November and December tend to be poor.

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