Monthly climate guide
Hakone weather in April
April in Hakone is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 17°C (62°F) and night-time lows near 10°C (51°F). The month usually brings about 181 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than March and 4°C cooler than May.
What stands out in April
- Days and nights are close, only about 6°C apart.
- In Hakone, April is mid-spring.
- Temperatures are climbing — May is around 4°C warmer.
- Hakone is usually about 2°C cooler than Matsudo, 100 km away, in April.
Avg high
17°C
62°F
Avg low
10°C
51°F
Rainfall
181 mm
very wet
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
64%
cloud · often cloudy
Hakone weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 48°F | 4°C / 39°F | 61 mm | 69% | 43% |
| February | 10°C / 50°F | 4°C / 39°F | 91 mm | 70% | 57% |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 7°C / 44°F | 137 mm | 73% | 59% |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 10°C / 51°F | 181 mm | 76% | 64% |
| May | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 59°F | 171 mm | 79% | 66% |
| June | 23°C / 74°F | 19°C / 66°F | 227 mm | 85% | 82% |
| July | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 73°F | 245 mm | 87% | 77% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 136 mm | 84% | 66% |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 70°F | 257 mm | 82% | 73% |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 16°C / 61°F | 223 mm | 79% | 68% |
| November | 17°C / 62°F | 12°C / 53°F | 106 mm | 75% | 56% |
| December | 12°C / 53°F | 7°C / 44°F | 75 mm | 71% | 48% |
What to pack for April
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is April a good time to visit Hakone?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Hakone →Other Japan cities in April
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Hakone in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Hakone?
Yes. April is one of the best months for Hakone, with highs around 17°C and about 181 mm of rain.
How warm is Hakone in April?
Average highs are about 17°C (62°F) and average lows about 10°C (51°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Hakone in April?
Hakone typically gets around 181 mm of rain in April — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Hakone (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.