Lake Kawaguchi Weather in April

In April, the weather of Lake Kawaguchi goes from a little cold to warm. You can wear lightweight spring clothes. Sometimes, the temperature fluctuates dramatically and it is advisable to dress in layers. For rainfall, this month has 16 rainy days on average, so take an umbrella while traveling. Although it snows, the influence on traveling is not much. Last, only 8 sunny days on average make the chance of watching Mount Fuji not too high.

Mount Fuji Seen From Lake Kawaguchi in April

Temperature: The average temperature is 9 degrees Celsius (48.2℉) and the average high temperature is 15℃ (59℉). You usually don’t feel cold during the daytime. But, the day and night temperature difference is a little big, with the average low temperature of only 2℃ (35.6℉), making it a little cold in the early morning and at night.

Precipitation/ Humidity: April receives 164mm rainfall on average and has 16 rainy days. The high rainfall make humidity reach 77%. The changeable weather makes rain for a whole day or only in the morning/ afternoon are both possible. So, adjust your travel itinerary accordingly and visiting indoor attractions is a safer choice. On average, the snowfall this month is 123mm and it has 3 snowy days.

Day Length: The sunrise in April is about 5:00 – 5:30 and the sunset is 18:05 – 18:30. The day length lasts for 13 hours on average, of which there are 8.6 sunshine hours.

Why or Why not Visit Lake Kawaguchi in April

From the perspective of climate, it is comfortable to travel in April when it is sunny. April has relatively lots of rainy days of about 16.7 on average, but compared with the rainy June and July, it is less unfavorable. If you have a plan to travel here in April 2026, please check the weather forecast in advance to avoid rainy days. Meanwhile, another advantage of visiting the Lake in April is appreciating Sakura in its full bloom, which is also at its best appreciation time.

Blooming Sakura by Kawaguchiko Lakeside

But, the Sakura season also means a travel peak season. At that time, both local people and foreign tourists would pour here and Lake Kawaguchi would turn more crowded. Most of all, the price of hotel rooms is much higher than usual, which is not friendly for travelers with a limited budget.

What to Wear in Lake Kawaguchi in April

Clothes:

To keep warm and avoid a sudden rise/ decrease of temperature, the clothes should be easy to take on and take off. For the upper, a shirt plus a vest and a trench coat are good. Or, you can wear a hoody and a spring thin coat. For the lower, choose either spring single-layer jeans or casual pants. It is also suggested to pack a pair of long johns to cope with nights with lower temperatures.

Shoes:

Sneakers and casual shoes are good choices. As the rainfall is a little high, you can take another pair of shoes, which are better to be waterproof. In such a climate, if shoes are wet, it is not easy for them to dry.

Other Necessities

1. Umbrella;
2. Sun protection products: The average UV index in April is 4, and you need to take a hat, sunglasses, and sun cream to protect your skin;
3. Face Mask: in case you are allergic to pollen

Travel Recommendations for Lake Kawaguchi in April

April is a good time for going outdoor activities and appreciating beautiful cherry blossom in Lake Kawaguchi. Here, we highly recommend you:

(1) Rent a bicycle from the nearby bike rental shops and cycle along the Lake to appreciate the beautiful cherry blossoms;

Cyclers by the Lakeside

(2) Join in the celebration of the Sakura Festival in early April, which is held around the Kawaguchiko Circular Hall on the north bank and Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine on the south bank. There, you can buy local specialties from the craft market and take part in stamp collection activity;

Stalls at Lake Kawaguchi Sakura Festival

(3) Take a photo of Sakura with Chureito Pagoda, Mount Fuji, otherwise, your Kawaguchiko trip is never complete;

Chureito Pagoda

(4) Never miss Fuji-Q Highlands entertainment park: whether you pursue excitement or just want to enjoy the fun with your child, Fuji-Q can always satisfy your needs with its programs like the world’s steepest roller coasters, Ferries Wheel, and merry-go-round.

Fuji-Q Highland

Tips for Visiting Lake Kawaguchi in April

(1) In late April, due to the relatively warm weather, there are many insects near the pedestrian walkways along the bank. It is not recommended to wear light colored clothes, which may attract the insects, and don’t forget to wear a mask when cycling or walking.

(2) If you travel to Lake Kawaguchi in late April, like later than April 20th, the cherry blossoms around the Lake may have fallen. Then, you can go to Oshino Hakkai where the Sakura peak season is later than around the Lake.

(3) There are many kimono rental shops along the lakeside. Go rent one suit if you want to take photos with Sakura while wearing kimono.