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Weather in Shirakawa-go for April 2026

Your guide to Shirakawa-go weather in April - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Snowfall in Shirakawa-go during April is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.

    • Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Shirakawa-go at the beginning of April is 11.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 17.3 °C by the end of April.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Shirakawa-go experiences heavy rainfall in April, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 158.3 mm.

    • More

  • Is April a good time to visit Shirakawa-go? check out the best time to travel to Shirakawa-go page.

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Average dry days
6
Dry days
Average rainy days
23
Rainy days
Average snowy days
1
Snow days
Average temperatures
15°/2°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
11 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
78 %
Avg humidity

Shirakawa-go Weather April

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March
May
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Light freezing rain
8°
2
Partly cloudy
13°
3
Moderate rain
12°
4
Fog
8°
5
Patchy rain possible
12°
6
Patchy rain possible
12°
7
Partly cloudy
14°
8
Light rain
16°
9
Light sleet
12°
10
Sunny
13°
11
Overcast
15°
12
Patchy rain possible
17°
13
Overcast
14°
14
Patchy light rain with thunder
17°
15
Patchy rain possible
14°
16
Light rain
11°
17
Patchy rain possible
18°
18
Patchy rain possible
17°
19
Partly cloudy
18°
20
Partly cloudy
18°
21
Light drizzle
14°
22
Light rain shower
18°
23
Light rain shower
15°
24
Light rain shower
16°
25
Patchy rain possible
15°
26
Overcast
17°
27
Light rain shower
19°
28
Sunny
21°
29
Patchy rain possible
15°
30
Light rain shower
18°

Temperatures trend during April in Shirakawa-go

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

April weather in Shirakawa-go day by day

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March May
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Apr. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 8° /-4° 2 mm 0 cm
2 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 13° /-3° 1.1 mm 0 cm
3 Apr. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 12° /0° 16.1 mm 0 cm
4 Apr. Fog
Fog
 8° /-2° 1.3 mm 0 cm
5 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
6 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /4° 4.7 mm 0 cm
7 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /0° 0.9 mm 0 cm
8 Apr. Light rain
Light rain
 16° /0° 9.8 mm 0 cm
9 Apr. Light sleet
Light sleet
 12° /-3° 44.5 mm 0 cm
10 Apr. Sunny
Sunny
 13° /-3° 5.1 mm 0 cm
11 Apr. Overcast
Overcast
 15° /2° 2 mm 0 cm
12 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
13 Apr. Overcast
Overcast
 14° /0° 11.8 mm 0 cm
14 Apr. Patchy light rain with thunder
Patchy light rain with thunder
 17° /3° 6 mm 0 cm
15 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /0° 11 mm 3.3 cm
16 Apr. Light rain
Light rain
 11° /1° 2.6 mm 0 cm
17 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /1° 2.5 mm 0 cm
18 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
19 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /3° 0 mm 0 cm
20 Apr. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /5° 2.1 mm 0 cm
21 Apr. Light drizzle
Light drizzle
 14° /4° 2.1 mm 0 cm
22 Apr. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 18° /6° 5.7 mm 0 cm
23 Apr. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 15° /6° 11.5 mm 0 cm
24 Apr. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 16° /8° 7.4 mm 0 cm
25 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /2° 0.5 mm 0 cm
26 Apr. Overcast
Overcast
 17° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
27 Apr. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 19° /4° 1.3 mm 0 cm
28 Apr. Sunny
Sunny
 21° /4° 1.1 mm 0 cm
29 Apr. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /2° 2 mm 0 cm
30 Apr. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 18° /4° 2.9 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Shirakawa-go in April is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Shirakawa-go forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Shirakawa-go weather in April vs March vs May

Compare April weather in Shirakawa-go with the previous and following months. See how temperature, rainfall, wind, and other conditions change throughout the year to help you plan your visit.
MarchAprilMay
WeatherModerate snow
Moderate snow
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Temperatures5°/-7°15°/2°18°/6°
Rainfall235 mm158 mm311 mm
Snowfall87 cm3 cm0 cm
Wind11.5 km/h10.9 km/h10.6 km/h
Humidity84%78%79%
Rainy days5 days23 days22 days
Snow days24 days1 days0 days
Dry days2 days6 days9 days

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Shirakawa-go in April - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Shirakawa-go during April?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 15° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Shirakawa-go during April?
Significant rainfall exceeding 158.3 mm is expected in Shirakawa-go during April, occurring over more than 23 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Shirakawa-go in April 2026?
Shirakawa-go typically sees 3.355 cm of snowfall during April.
What are the typical wind conditions in Shirakawa-go during April?
The average wind speed in Shirakawa-go during April is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Shirakawa-go in April?

As you prepare for your trip to Shirakawa-go in April, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Shirakawa-go, during April, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
    • Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days

Shirakawa-go snow forecast April 2026

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