Monthly climate guide
Takayama weather in April
April in Takayama is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 11°C (52°F) and night-time lows near 0°C (33°F). The month usually brings about 130 mm of rain (wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 7°C warmer than March and 6°C cooler than May.
What stands out in April
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- It warms up quickly from here: by May highs are about 6°C higher.
- Just 80 km apart, but Takayama runs about 3°C cooler than Kanazawa this month.
- Seasonally, April counts as mid-spring in Takayama.
Avg high
11°C
52°F
Avg low
0°C
33°F
Rainfall
130 mm
wet
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
64%
cloud · often cloudy
Takayama weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C / 29°F | -9°C / 15°F | 85 mm | 94% | 76% |
| February | -1°C / 31°F | -9°C / 15°F | 77 mm | 91% | 72% |
| March | 4°C / 40°F | -5°C / 24°F | 102 mm | 86% | 68% |
| April | 11°C / 52°F | 0°C / 33°F | 130 mm | 81% | 64% |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 6°C / 43°F | 117 mm | 78% | 64% |
| June | 21°C / 69°F | 12°C / 53°F | 158 mm | 83% | 78% |
| July | 24°C / 75°F | 16°C / 61°F | 241 mm | 87% | 78% |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 172 mm | 86% | 69% |
| September | 21°C / 71°F | 13°C / 55°F | 204 mm | 86% | 71% |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 7°C / 44°F | 166 mm | 87% | 66% |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 1°C / 33°F | 89 mm | 89% | 67% |
| December | 1°C / 35°F | -5°C / 22°F | 107 mm | 92% | 75% |
What to pack for April
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is April a good time to visit Takayama?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Takayama →Other Japan cities in April
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Takayama in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Takayama?
April is cool in Takayama, with highs around 11°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Takayama in April?
Average highs are about 11°C (52°F) and average lows about 0°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Takayama in April?
Takayama typically gets around 130 mm of rain in April — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Takayama (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.