April · Japan
Best time to visit Mount Fuji in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mount Fuji in April
Average temperature 11°C, 147 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 147 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Mount Fuji scores 7.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 11°C, 147 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mount Fuji rises over the Fuji Five Lakes, with climbing trails, shrine forests, and lake viewpoints below.
April in Mount Fuji — the year's strongest window
Expect 11°C (52°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
147 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Mount Fuji at 7.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and 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 Mount Fuji in April?
- In April, Mount Fuji averages 11°C, 147 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Mount Fuji?
- April earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mount Fuji in April?
- Expect about 147 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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