Kobe Weather in April

Season: Spring

In short: Warm with frequent small rainfall

The weather of Kobe becomes warm and cozy in April. The temperature generally stays above 10°C (50°F), when beautiful cherry blossoms bloom one after another. It’s the best time to appreciate the sea of red flowers. Though there is rainfall frequently, it is usually light one that doesn’t affect the visit a lot.

Girls in Kimono

Temperature

Average Highest Temperature: 19°C (66.2°F); the recorded highest was 24°C (75.2°F).
Average Lowest Temperature: 10°C (50°F); the recorded lowest was 4°C (39.2°F).
Average Temperature: 15°C (59°F)

The typical spring climate starts in Kobe in April. The daytime is warm with temperature usually around 10 - 22°C (50 - 71.6°F). The nighttime is a little bit chill with temperature around 5 - 13°C (41 - 55.4°F). The temperature gap is more than 10 degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit), and the gap is bigger on Mount Rokkō and the Port of Kobe with wind speed of 22km/h averagely. You should dress yourself according to weather forecast.

Be Kobe Landmark

Precipitation

A House in Kitano Ijinkan-Gai

Precipitation: 128mm (0.42in)
Average Rainy Days: 16 days
Average Humidity: 58%

It is light rain or shower in most of the time. There is also a chance of short heavy rain occasionally. Knowing this weather condition, you’d better carry an umbrella.

Daytime Length & Sunshine Hours

Sunrise Time: 5:10-5:46
Sunset Time: 18:20-18:43
Daylight Hours: 12.9-13.1 h
Average Daily Sunshine Hours: 6.4 h/day

The sun rises early and sets late and about half of the month is sunny or cloudy, providing visitors with ample time for outdoor activities. Moreover, it is more likely to get nice pictures under bright sunshine.

What to Wear to Visit Kobe in April

Tops: A thin sweater or a hoodie is enough in daytime. But you’d better add a jacket or trench coat in early mornings and evenings. Near the seaside, a windbreaker is useful to keep you warm.

Bottoms: Sweat pants and jeans get popular in April. Around sunny noon, wearing long dresses with bare legs is acceptable for girls. For other time, you still need a thin pantyhose.

Shoes: Sneakers, walking shoes and casual shoes are suitable.

Others: An all-weather umbrella can be used both in sunny days and rainy days. People who are allergic to pollen should wear a mask or prepare anti-pollen medicines in case of emergencies. A hat is necessary near the sea. You may also need to bring some sun protection items.

Best Scenery in Kobe in April: Cherry Blossoms

Cherry blossoms bloom till middle April in Kobe. Visitors can immerse themselves in the flower sea. There are many places to appreciate cherry blossoms like Ikuta Jinja and Kobe Oji Zoo. In Ikuta Jinja, visitors can appreciate flowers, watch traditional Japanese architecture and experience Japanese religious culture. Trying on Japanese traditional clothes kimono to visit the shrine could give you a special travel experience. Kobe Oji Zoo also opens at night during cherry blossom season, which gives visitors different experiences.

Kobe Sakura Blossom

Travel Tip

In warm and pleasant weather, it is suitable to visit anyplace including the Kobe Tower, the Meriken Park, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. However, there will be a long holiday from 29th April to 6th May in 2026. Many local people will visit those hot spots, which may affect your travel experience. You should arrange your trip reasonably to avoid crowds.

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