Japan Kanazawa Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Kanazawa is very-high
Kanazawa Weather in April — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 18° / 8°
- Rainfall
- 165mm · 14 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Kanazawa in April averages a high of 18°C and low of 8°C with 165mm of rain over about 14 days. Spring at its best. Around 18°C/8°C. Long sleeves or a thin shirt + a light cardigan for mornings/evenings. UV 6 — sunglasses and a hat.
April is very-high for Kanazawa.
April is Kanazawa's best season — peak Kenrokuen cherry blossoms as Golden Week approaches. It averages 18°C/8°C with 165mm of rainfall.
The April signature is peak cherry blossoms at Kenrokuen — Japan's #1 great garden, with 200+ cherry trees and night illumination. The first-to-second week of April is best, about a week later than Tokyo (late March) and Kyoto (late March-early April). Kenrokuen waives its ¥320 admission during the cherry week (first week of April) — a top season. The castle park, Asano River, and Sai River are also lovely.
Travel score
Kanazawa April Weather Stats
Avg High
18°C
Avg Low
8°C
Rainy Days
14
165mm total
Sunshine
5.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
comfortable
UV Index
6
High
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 22
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
38 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
18°C
Nighttime
8°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak Kenrokuen cherry blossoms (first-to-second week of April)
- Kenrokuen free-admission week
- Takayama Matsuri (Apr 14-15)
- A quieter alternative to Tokyo/Kyoto blossoms
- Spring at its best + mild temperature swing
Cons
- Yearly-peak prices over blossoms/Golden Week
- Largest crowds of the year at attractions
- Slightly higher rainfall
- Book 6 months ahead
April Events & Festivals
- Kanazawa cherry blossoms at their best (first-to-second week of April)
- Showa Day (Apr 29) — Japanese public holiday
- Golden Week approaches (Apr 29-May 5)
- Kenrokuen free-admission week (cherry season, first week of April)
- Takayama Matsuri (Apr 14-15) — one of Japan's three great festivals
Kanazawa in April — Full Picture
April is Kanazawa's best season — peak Kenrokuen cherry blossoms as Golden Week approaches. It averages 18°C/8°C with 165mm of rainfall.
The April signature is peak cherry blossoms at Kenrokuen — Japan's #1 great garden, with 200+ cherry trees and night illumination. The first-to-second week of April is best, about a week later than Tokyo (late March) and Kyoto (late March-early April). Kenrokuen waives its ¥320 admission during the cherry week (first week of April) — a top season. The castle park, Asano River, and Sai River are also lovely.
The Takayama Matsuri (Apr 14-15) is one of Japan's three great festivals — reachable from Kanazawa by Nohi bus and the JR 'Hida.' Four 16th-19th-century floats process with puppet performances.
4-star hotels run ¥25,000-40,000; book 6 months ahead. The third-to-fourth week of April (1-2 weeks before Golden Week, with blossoms fading) is a value window — about 30% cheaper with spring scenery intact.
Golden Week starts on Showa Day (Apr 29), bringing a surge of domestic travelers and yearly-peak hotel prices.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Spring at its best. Around 18°C/8°C. Long sleeves or a thin shirt + a light cardigan for mornings/evenings. UV 6 — sunglasses and a hat.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current17.7°C
8°C
14.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.3°C
21.3°C
13.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22°C
14°C
14/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
8°C
1°C
21.7/mo
Kanazawa Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | 0° | 24d·270mm | 2.5h | 75% | 1 | Moderate | Peak | |
| 7° | 0° | 19d·175mm | 3h | 75% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 3° | 17d·175mm | 4h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 8° | 14d·165mm | 5.5h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| 23° | 13° | 13d·160mm | 6h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 18° | 15d·195mm | 4.5h | 75% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 30° | 22° | 14d·235mm | 5h | 75% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 24° | 11d·145mm | 7h | 70% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 21° | 13d·220mm | 5.5h | 70% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 22° | 13° | 12d·165mm | 5.5h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 16° | 8° | 17d·245mm | 3.5h | 70% | 3 | Very busy | Peak |
| 10° | 3° | 22d·285mm | 2.5h | 75% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Kanazawa?
Kanazawa in April is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Kanazawa in April?
Kanazawa April averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C.
Does it rain much in Kanazawa in April?
Kanazawa April averages 165mm of rainfall over about 14 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kanazawa in April?
Spring at its best. Around 18°C/8°C. Long sleeves or a thin shirt + a light cardigan for mornings/evenings. UV 6 — sunglasses and a hat.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kanazawa in April?
Kanazawa April sunrise is 05:15 and sunset is 18:25, with 13h 10min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kanazawa in April?
Kanazawa April air quality (AQI) averages 52, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kanazawa in April?
In April, Kanazawa is great for Peak Kenrokuen cherry blossoms (first-to-second week of April), Takayama Matsuri (Apr 14-15), A quieter alternative to Tokyo/Kyoto blossoms.
Is April peak season in Kanazawa?
Kanazawa April crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.