Toyama weather in April
Averages for 1991–2020 at the JMA's Toyama station (9 m above sea level).
- High
- 17.6°C (64°F)
- Low
- 7.4°C (45°F)
- Precipitation
- 134.5 mm
- Wet days
- 12.7 days
- Sunshine
- 174 hours
- Highs rise 5.8°C from March and climb another 5.1°C into May.
- That is 1.3°C below Toyama's yearly average high of 18.9°C.
- Of our 34 places with temperature records, Toyama is the 15th coldest in April: 0.4°C cooler than Tokyo Disney Resort and 0.2°C warmer than Nagano.
- April is Toyama's 2nd driest month (134.5 mm).
- Of our 35 places, Toyama has the 14th highest precipitation in April: 5.1 mm less than Nasu and 0.3 mm more than Ise.
- Rain or snow of 1 mm or more falls on 12.7 days, and 10 mm or more on 4.8 days.
- Rain or snow of 30 mm or more in one day falls on 1.0 days.
- 1 cm of snow falls in an average April.
- Snow or sleet falls on 1.8 days.
- The sun is out for 40% or more of the possible hours on 15.8 days, and 4.7 days have under 0.1 hours of sunshine.
- On 15 April 2027 the sun rises at 5:18 and sets at 18:25 in Toyama, giving 13 hours 7 minutes of daylight (NAOJ).
- Average temperature
- 12.3°C (54°F)
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days of 25°C or more
- 1.9 days
Early, mid and late April
| Days | High | Low | Precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–10 April | 15.7°C | 5.5°C | 51.9 mm |
| 11–20 April | 17.6°C | 7.4°C | 37.2 mm |
| 21–30 April | 19.6°C | 9.1°C | 45.4 mm |
By the last ten days of April the average high in Toyama is 3.9°C higher than in the first ten.
By ten-day totals, 1–10 April is the wettest (51.9 mm) and 11–20 April the driest (37.2 mm).
What to wear in Toyama in April
- Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater.
- Layers you can take off: afternoons are 10.2°C warmer than early mornings on average.
- An umbrella: rain or snow falls on 12.7 days.
Pack
- Umbrella
Flowers and autumn colour in Toyama in April
Cherry blossom
The JMA's sample cherry tree in Toyama opens around 3 April and is in full bloom around 8 April in an average year (1991–2020). In 2026 it opened on 29 March and was in full bloom on 2 April.
Dates are for one sample tree at or near the JMA observatory, not for every park in the city.
Holidays and crowds in April
National holidays in April 2027:
- Thu 29 April — Showa Day
In April 2025, hotels and inns across Toyama Prefecture were 59.4% full on average (6th busiest of 12 months). Foreign guests spent 62,560 nights there that month (Japan Tourism Agency). That compares with 46.9% in March and 61.6% in May.
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Toyama in April?
The average high is 17.6°C (64°F) and the average low 7.4°C (45°F). 134.5 mm of rain or snow falls on about 12.7 days (JMA, 1991–2020).
What should I wear in Toyama in April?
Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater. Layers you can take off: afternoons are 10.2°C warmer than early mornings on average. An umbrella: rain or snow falls on 12.7 days.
Does it snow in Toyama in April?
Sometimes. Snow or sleet falls on 1.8 days in an average April, but snow rarely stays on the ground (JMA, 1991–2020).
Is Toyama busy in April?
In April 2025, hotels and inns across Toyama Prefecture were 59.4% full on average (6th busiest of 12 months). Foreign guests spent 62,560 nights there that month (Japan Tourism Agency).
What are the record temperatures for April in Toyama?
The highest temperature the JMA has recorded in Toyama in April is 32.4°C (90°F), on 19 April 1972. The lowest is −2.2°C (28°F), on 1 April 1987.
What events are on in Toyama in April?
Cherry Blossom Viewing Fair: From late March to mid-April (2026: 20 March to 15 April). All Japan Chindon Contest: Early April (2026: 3 to 5 April, the 72nd contest). Kansui Fireworks Symphony in Spring Night: Mid-April (2026: 11 and 12 April, 18:15 to 19:30). Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route opens for the season: From 15 April (usual opening date).
When do the cherry blossoms open in Toyama?
The JMA's sample cherry tree in Toyama opens around 3 April and is in full bloom around 8 April in an average year (1991–2020). In 2026 it opened on 29 March and was in full bloom on 2 April.
April records in Toyama
The extremes the JMA has measured in April at its Toyama station.
- Hottest April day
- 32.4°C (90°F) on 19 April 1972 (records since 1939)
- Coldest April night
- −2.2°C (28°F) on 1 April 1987 (records since 1939)
- Wettest April day
- 71.0 mm on 29 April 2021 (records since 1939)
- Deepest April snow
- 7 cm on 3 April 1996 (records since 1939); also on 4 April 1955
- Most snow in one April day
- 7 cm on 4 April 1955 (records since 1953)
What's on in Toyama in April
| Event | When | Where and what |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Blossom Viewing Fairお花見フェア | From late March to mid-April (2026: 20 March to 15 April) | Toyama Prefectural Central Botanical Garden, Toyama City. A cherry blossom viewing fair at the botanical garden. Evening illumination of the cherry trees was held from 3 to 6 April 2026 (open until 21:30). Official page |
| All Japan Chindon Contest全日本チンドンコンクール | Early April (2026: 3 to 5 April, the 72nd contest) | Toyama Prefectural Civic Hall, Grand Plaza and nearby streets, Toyama City. A contest for professional chindon street musicians, with a parade on the last day. Roads crossing Chuo-dori were regulated on 5 April from 14:00 to 16:00 in 2026. Official page |
| Kansui Fireworks Symphony in Spring Night環水花火シンフォニーinスプリングナイト | Mid-April (2026: 11 and 12 April, 18:15 to 19:30) | Fugan Canal Kansui Park. Music fireworks held at Kansui Park on two evenings. Only the 2026 dates are published. Official page |
| Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route opens for the season立山黒部アルペンルート 全線開通 | From 15 April (usual opening date) | Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, between Toyama and Nagano prefectures. The route is usually open from 15 April to 30 November and closed in winter. The 2027 opening date is not yet published. Official page |
| Matsukawa-beri Cherry Blossom Lighting松川べり桜並木ライトアップ | From late March to mid-April (25 March to mid-April in 2026), 18:00 to 23:00 | Matsukawa-beri riverside, between Matsukawa Bridge and Sakura Bridge, near Toyama Castle Park. Cherry trees along the Matsukawa river are lit in the evening. Free. In 2026 the newly planted cherry trees were fenced off and not lit. Official page |
Toyama before and after April
Other places in April
| Place | High | Against Toyama | Wet days | Against Toyama |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanazawa | 17.3°C | −0.3°C | 12.0 days | −0.7 days |
| Shirakawa-goShirakawa | 15.6°C | −2.0°C | 13.2 days | +0.5 days |
| Takayama | 17.0°C | −0.6°C | 11.0 days | −1.7 days |
| Nagano | 17.4°C | −0.2°C | 8.3 days | −4.4 days |
| Kusatsu Onsen | 11.5°C | −6.1°C | 11.0 days | −1.7 days |
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