Shikoku in April: 4 places compared
Averages for 1991–2020 from the JMA station in each place. Tap a heading to sort.
| Place (JMA station) | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Wet days | Sun (hours) | Clothes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takamatsu | 19.8 | 9.9 | 9.0 | 194 | Cool |
| Matsuyama | 19.6 | 10.3 | 9.3 | 191 | Cool |
| Kochi | 20.9 | 10.9 | 9.7 | 197 | Mild |
| Tokushima | 19.6 | 10.6 | 9.0 | 198 | Cool |
- The most wet days (1 mm or more of rain or snow) are in Kochi (9.7 days), the fewest in Takamatsu (9.0 days).
- Precipitation ranges from 74.6 mm in Takamatsu to 225.3 mm in Kochi.
- Tokushima gets the most sunshine (198 hours in the month) and Matsuyama the least (191 hours).
Early, mid and late April in Shikoku
Average high and low for each ten days of April (JMA ten-day normals, 1991–2020).
| Place (JMA station) | 1–10 (°C) | 11–20 (°C) | 21–30 (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takamatsu | 18.0low 8.1 | 19.9low 10.1 | 21.6low 11.5 |
| Matsuyama | 17.9low 8.6 | 19.7low 10.4 | 21.3low 11.8 |
| Kochi | 19.6low 9.5 | 21.0low 11.0 | 22.2low 12.3 |
| Tokushima | 17.9low 9.0 | 19.8low 10.7 | 21.1low 12.3 |
In Takamatsu, the average high is 18.0°C in the first ten days of April, 19.9°C in the middle ten and 21.6°C in the last ten.
Every place here is at least 2°C warmer by the end of April than at the start.
What to wear in Shikoku in April
How we choose: from the JMA's average high and low for April, by our own rules.
In April the clothing level runs from Cool in Takamatsu, Matsuyama and Tokushima to Mild in Kochi, so pack for the coldest place on your route.
| Level | Average high | What to wear | Places |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild | 20 to 25°C | Long sleeves, or a T-shirt with a light jacket or cardigan. | Kochi 20.9°C |
| Cool | 15 to 20°C | Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater. | Takamatsu 19.8°C, Matsuyama 19.6°C and Tokushima 19.6°C |
Flowers and autumn colour in Shikoku in April
| Place (JMA station) | What | Average date | Latest year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takamatsu | Cherry blossom in full bloom | 4 April | 1 April 2026 |
| Matsuyama | Cherry blossom in full bloom | 3 April | 4 April 2026 |
| Tokushima | Cherry blossom in full bloom | 4 April | 6 April 2026 |
Dates are for one sample tree at or near the JMA observatory, not for every park in the city.
Holidays and crowds in Shikoku in April
National holidays in April 2027:
- Thu 29 April — Showa Day
- Kagawa Prefecture59.5%
- Ehime Prefecture57.6%
- Tokushima Prefecture56.4%
- Kochi Prefecture48.5%
More on Shikoku and April
Shikoku in other months
- Shikoku in January
- Shikoku in February
- Shikoku in March
- Shikoku in November
- Shikoku in December
- Shikoku by month
Other regions in April
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Shikoku in April?
In April, average highs across 4 places in Shikoku run from 19.6°C (67°F) in Matsuyama to 20.9°C (70°F) in Kochi (JMA, 1991–2020). Takamatsu, the main city, averages 19.8°C by day and 9.9°C at night. None of the 4 places has snow on the ground in an average April.
What should I wear in Shikoku in April?
Cool (Takamatsu, Matsuyama and Tokushima): Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater. Mild (Kochi): Long sleeves, or a T-shirt with a light jacket or cardigan.
Where is the warmest place in Shikoku in April?
Kochi, with an average high of 20.9°C (70°F). Next are Takamatsu (19.8°C) and Matsuyama (19.6°C). The coldest is Tokushima (19.6°C).
April records in Shikoku
The highest and lowest temperatures ever recorded in April at each JMA station, with the date.
| Place (JMA station) | Highest (°C) | Lowest (°C) | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takamatsu | 30.922 April 2004 | −2.44 April 1957 | 1942 |
| Matsuyama | 31.128 April 1983 | −2.65 April 1906 | 1890 |
| Kochi | 30.023 April 1957 | −0.91 April 1932 | 1886 |
| Tokushima | 30.117 April 2016 | −0.77 April 1916 | 1892 |
The hottest April day on record here was 31.1°C (88°F) in Matsuyama on 28 April 1983.
The coldest was −2.6°C (27°F) in Matsuyama on 5 April 1906.
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