Monthly climate guide
Niigata weather in April
April in Niigata is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 12°C (54°F) and night-time lows near 8°C (47°F). The month usually brings about 105 mm of rain (wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than March and 5°C cooler than May.
What stands out in April
- Just 130 km apart, but Niigata runs about 2°C cooler than Fukushima this month.
- In Niigata, April is mid-spring.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
- It warms up quickly from here: by May highs are about 5°C higher.
Avg high
12°C
54°F
Avg low
8°C
47°F
Rainfall
105 mm
wet
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
73%
cloud · often cloudy
Niigata weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 43°F | 4°C / 38°F | 154 mm | 78% | 90% |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | 3°C / 38°F | 101 mm | 76% | 84% |
| March | 8°C / 47°F | 5°C / 41°F | 99 mm | 75% | 77% |
| April | 12°C / 54°F | 8°C / 47°F | 105 mm | 76% | 73% |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 57°F | 81 mm | 79% | 69% |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 18°C / 65°F | 99 mm | 80% | 78% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 23°C / 73°F | 227 mm | 83% | 81% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 77°F | 141 mm | 78% | 72% |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 22°C / 72°F | 161 mm | 75% | 74% |
| October | 20°C / 67°F | 17°C / 62°F | 140 mm | 72% | 74% |
| November | 14°C / 58°F | 11°C / 53°F | 145 mm | 75% | 78% |
| December | 9°C / 48°F | 6°C / 43°F | 204 mm | 78% | 89% |
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 Niigata?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Niigata →Other Japan cities in April
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Niigata in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Niigata?
April is cool in Niigata, with highs around 12°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Niigata in April?
Average highs are about 12°C (54°F) and average lows about 8°C (47°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Niigata in April?
Niigata typically gets around 105 mm of rain in April — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Niigata (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.