Kyoto Weather in April

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

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Kyoto Uji Nantan city Kameoka

Are you planning a trip a to Kyoto, Japan in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Kyoto in April

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Kyotango at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Uji at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Uji and 9°C (48°F) in Kyotango.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Miyazu with an average of 127 mm (5 in) to high rainfall in Kyoto with 142 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Kyoto receives about 178 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March14°C (57°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August33°C (91°F) September29°C (84°F) October23°C (73°F) November17°C (63°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kyoto in April

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

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 Kyoto

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

Temperature range in Kyoto (April)

Precipitation variation in Kyoto (April)

Kyoto

In April Kyoto generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
178 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Uji

In April Uji generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
178 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Nantan city

In April Nantan city generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
178 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Nantan city →

Kameoka

In April Kameoka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
178 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kameoka →

Kyotango

In April Kyotango generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
128 mm (5 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kyoto 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Uji 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Nantan city 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Kameoka 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Kyotango 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Miyazu 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 127 mm (5 in)

Kyoto weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Kyoto, Japan typically experiences tolerable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kyoto average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Kyoto, Japan during April range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Kyoto.

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

Kyoto, Japan sees substantial rainfall in April. Kyoto typically averages about 142 mm (5.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Kyoto, Japan?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Kyoto, Japan with overall tolerable weather in Kyoto. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Kyoto, Japan is in May and October with generally pleasant weather in Kyoto. On the other hand, the months of January, February, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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