April · Japan
Best time to visit Kagoshima in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kagoshima in April
Average temperature 17°C, 243 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
4.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 243 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Kagoshima scores 4.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 17°C, 243 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kagoshima faces the Sakurajima volcano across its bay, with gardens, hot springs and Satsuma history.
April in Kagoshima: expect compromises
Temperatures hover around 17°C (63°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 243 mm: only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 4.9/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 6.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Kagoshima — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kagoshima in April?
- In April, Kagoshima averages 17°C, 243 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Kagoshima?
- April earns a 4.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kagoshima in April?
- Expect about 243 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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