Tochigi Weather in April

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

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Nikko Nasushiobara Utsunomiya Sano

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

What to Expect in Tochigi in April

Tochigi, Japan is a region in Japan. April in Tochigi 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 Nikko at 14°C (57°F) to pleasant in Mooka at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Mooka and 4°C (39°F) in Nikko.

For specific regional insights in Tochigi, Japan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mooka with an average of 117 mm (4.6 in) to high rainfall in Nikko with 155 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Nikko gets approximately 177 hours of sunlight in April, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tochigi in April

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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 Tochigi

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

Temperature range in Tochigi (April)

Precipitation variation in Tochigi (April)

Nikko

In April Nikko generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
177 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Nikko →

Nasushiobara

In April Nasushiobara generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
177 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nasushiobara →

Utsunomiya

In April Utsunomiya generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
177 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Utsunomiya →

Sano

In April Sano 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
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
177 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sano →

Ashikaga

In April Ashikaga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
177 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ashikaga →

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nikko 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Nasushiobara 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Utsunomiya 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Sano 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Ashikaga 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Mooka 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)

Tochigi weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Tochigi, Japan in April. The popular destination of Nikko averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this month.

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

In Nikko, the average daytime high in April is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

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

Tochigi, Japan sees substantial rainfall in April. Nikko typically averages about 155 mm (6.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Tochigi, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, May provides tolerable weather in Nikko. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December tend to be poor.

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