Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Tokyo in April
Tokyo warms up: highs climb to 66°F (19°C), from 57°F in March, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 78/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 66°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 5.1 in (129 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 55 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 66°F (19°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 46°F (8°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.1 in (129 mm) across the month.
Plan around April
April is one of Tokyo's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April and November.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 68/100.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 5°C (9°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 68/100 in March to 78/100.
- April sits inside the Mar – May window our Japan Golden Route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 46°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tokyo in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Large garden mixing Japanese, English and French styles; prime cherry blossom spot.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best late Mar–early Apr.
Senso-ji
Tokyo's oldest temple, reached through the Kaminarimon gate and Nakamise shopping street.
Why now April scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Shinjuku Golden Gai
Six narrow lanes packed with 200+ tiny bars, each seating a handful.
Omoide Yokocho
Smoky postwar alley of tiny yakitori stalls by Shinjuku station.
Why now Highs near 66°F and 5.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Meiji Jingu
Forested Shinto shrine to Emperor Meiji, steps from Harajuku station.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Kyoto in April~224 mi · highs 65°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Osaka in April~244 mi · highs 66°F, 5.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~233 m to Tokyo's ~40 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Tokyo in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Tokyo?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 78/100. Expect highs of 66°F (19°C) and 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain. April is inside the Mar – May window our Japan Golden Route recommends.
How hot is Tokyo in April?
Average highs are 66°F (19°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in April?
Yes: about 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.5 in (1638 mm).
What should I pack for Tokyo in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 46°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in April
- Japan Golden Route Mar – May
Planning Tokyo in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.