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Yamagata Weather in April

Thinking of visiting Yamagata in April? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Yamagata in April

The climate data from previous years indicates about 18 days of rain, averaging 102 mm (4 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Yamagata in April

Temperatures in Yamagata in April top out at 14°C (57°F) and drop to 3°C (37°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Yamagata in April

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 195 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May typically offers the best weather for Yamagata.

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Yamagata Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm (4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 195 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Sendai, Japan (48 KM, 30 Miles).

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 Yamagata 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Yamagata in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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