What to expect in Tokyo in April
April is one of the best times to visit Tokyo. Expect 19° / 10°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Tokyo weather in April
Typical conditions in Tokyo during April, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 19°C 66°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 10°C 50°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 40/100 |
| Total rainfall | 134 mm5.3 in |
| Rainy days | 10 |
| Sea temperature | 15°C 59°F |
| Daylight | 13 h 5 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 19°C with lows near 10°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Tokyo — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 19°C by day and about 10°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Tokyo. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Cherry Blossom Season while you’re there.
- Cherry Blossom Season — Sakura sweep the city, filling parks like Ueno and Shinjuku Gyoen with picnickers.
Tokyo in April compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February | 10° / 2° | Low | $ | 60 |
| March | 13° / 5° | Moderate | $$ | 48 |
| April · This month | 19° / 10° | High | $$$ | 39 |
| May | 23° / 14° | Moderate | $$ | 61 |
| June | 25° / 18° | Low | $ | 71 |
These months score higher for Tokyo on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in April
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in April.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
