Hiroshima Weather in April

Season: Spring
In short: moderate rainfall, warm and cozy

Otorii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine in April

In April, the weather of Hiroshima totally turns warm and pleasant. Its average temperature is 15°C (59°F), and in general, the highest temperature of most days is around 20°C (68°F). What you should pay attention to is the large temperature gap between the daytime and the night, which gradually narrows by late April. The rainfall in April is relatively moderate. However, there may be dusty weather this month, and you should keep an eye on the weather forecast if you go to Hiroshima in April. Besides, there are still full of cherry blossoms in most places.

In conclusion, April is one of the best months to visit Hiroshima because of the good weather and blooming cheery blossoms. However, at the end of April, the Golden Week is approaching, when the Japanese have about one week of holiday and also join the group of traveling, so hot attractions are usually crowded.

Averages for Hiroshima Weather in April

Items	Data
Average Highest Temperature	19°C (66.2°F)
Average Lowest Temperature	11°C (51.8°F)
Average Temperature	15°C (59°F)
Precipitation	148.3 mm
Average Rainy Days	10 days
Average Humidity	60%
Sunrise Time	5:21 - 5:57
Sunset Time	18:31 - 18:53
Daylight Hours	12.33 - 13.32 h
Average Sunshine Hours	6.5 h

Packing List for Visiting Hiroshima in April

Clothes: Hiroshima climate in the daytime of April is warm, and lightweight and beautiful spring clothes can be worn. Girls can wear long-sleeve dresses inside with trench coats or thin jackets outside; or thin knitwear or thin sweaters with jeans. Boys can wear long-sleeve T-shirts or blouses inside and baseball jackets or thin jackets outside with jeans; or hoodies with sweatpants. At night, the temperature goes down and thicker jackets need to be put on.

Shoes: Since April is a good time for stepping into nature and walking around, comfortable shoes like sneakers and walking shoes are recommended.

Others: April is the time when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom and the air is full of pollen, so people with nose allergies are advised to wear masks.

Places and Activities Recommended in Hiroshima in April

Tourism Rate:

1. Miyajima Island

April, with mild and cozy temperature and beautiful spring scenery, is a perfect month to go into the nature. Therefore, it is recommended to visit Miyajima Island, where you can see the beautiful sea scenery, green spring views, pink cheery blossoms and lovely deer. Besides, there are also famous attractions like Itsukushima Shrine and the vermilion Otorii gate, which you should not miss.

The most recommended way to enjoy the spring scenery of Miyajima is to climb up to Mount Misen and have a view from the Observation Deck. Mount Misen is a primeval mountain with an altitude of 535 meters (1,755 feet). Along your way to the summit, you will pass through forest and see deer. If you don’t want to hike, you can also choose to take the cable car. On the Observation Deck at the top of the mountain, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the Seto Inland Sea, the Hiroshima city view and the coastline.

Deer in Miyajima Island

2. Hiroshima Castle

If you miss the cherry blossoms in March, go to the Hiroshima Castle in early April, which is a famous viewing spot of cherry blossoms. In addition, the castle is surrounded by river on three sides, and there is a lot of green vegetation inside, giving the fresh air of spring. The castle you see today is a replica of the original one, which was destroyed by the atomic bomb. Hiroshima Castle is now used as a museum to record the history of Hiroshima before it was destroyed by the atomic bomb. At the top of the castle’s Main Keep, there is a terrace, on which you can have a panoramic view of Hiroshima and the surrounding area.

Hiroshima Castle

3. Cycling the Shimanami Kaido

Spring, including April, with mild wind and pleasant temperature, is perfect for cycling the Shimanami Kaido and enjoying the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea along the way. The Shimanami Kaido is a 70-kilometer-long (43.5 miles) trail that passes sparkling seas, immaculate white beaches, and lush islands. There are 14 bicycle rental points along the route. You can rent a bike to cycle the entire trail in one day, or spend two or three days riding at a leisurely pace while enjoying the scenery along the way. At dusk, you can also stop at the beach and admire the beautiful sunset. The sunset time in April is from 19:12 to 19:26 on average, hoping to provide a reference for your visit in 2025.

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