April · Japan
Best time to visit Matsumoto in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Matsumoto in April
Average temperature 9°C, 113 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.5/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 113 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Matsumoto scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 9°C, 113 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Matsumoto's black-walled castle and the Japanese Alps make it a gateway to the northern highlands.
April in Matsumoto — workable with trade-offs
April averages 9°C (48°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
At 113 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 6.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Matsumoto in April?
- In April, Matsumoto averages 9°C, 113 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Matsumoto?
- April earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Matsumoto in April?
- Expect about 113 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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