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Shirakawa Weather in April
Thinking of visiting Shirakawa in April? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in Shirakawa in April
Shirakawa is in the rainy season in April, with rain on around 18 days and an average of 197 mm (7.8 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Shirakawa in April
April in Shirakawa brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Shirakawa in April
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 174 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and rain.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May and August typically offer the best weather for Shirakawa.
Shirakawa Temperature in April
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
197 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
174 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Fukui, Japan (64 KM, 40 Miles).
Shirakawa Weather by Month
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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 Shirakawa in April
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in April, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Shirakawa in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
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Popular in April
Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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20°C (68°F) Kyoto19°C (66°F) Tokyo19°C (66°F) Hakone17°C (63°F) Hakuba11°C (52°F) Sapporo
11°C (52°F) Niseko9°C (48°F) Bucket list
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