Sendai Weather in April

 Season: Spring
 In short:
1.    Sendai’s weather in April is a bit cold in the beginning, and gradually turns to a warm level.
2.    Precipitation is mainly short period of light rainfalls.
3.    April is a high season for traveling in Sendai, especially from the early to middle period when is the best time for admiring cherry blossoms.

Gradually Rising Temperature

Average high temperature: 15 degrees Celsius (59 degrees Fahrenheit)
Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)

The temperature in April generally shows a slowly increasing trend. However, the first half of the month is still a bit cold, with maximums generally ranging from 8-16°C (46-61℉) and minimums between 4-10°C (39-50℉). In some years, the lowest temperature once dropped to around 0°C (32℉). The second half of the month noticeably warms up, with daytime temperatures generally ranging from 14-22°C (57-72℉), sometimes reaching as high as 25°C (77℉) on sunny days. At night, temperatures drop by around 4-8°C, so add layers of clothing to avoid catching a cold. Of course, the climate in this month varies from year to year. If there’s consecutive rainfall for a few days, even in late April, the temperature stays at a low level.

Precipitation

The overall precipitation in Sendai in April is not high: the monthly average precipitation is 111mm, and it has about 13 rainy days over the month. Among them, there may be up to 1-2 days of moderate rain. In other cases, the weather is often overcast with light rain that does not last very long. 

At the beginning of the month, in rare cases of temperatures dropping below freezing point at night and early morning, it is possible to have sleet in the sky.

Sendai after Rainfall

Daylight Hours & Sunshine Hours

Sunrise time (1st-30th): 05:23 – 04:42
Sunset time (1st-30th): 17:59 – 18:27
Daytime Hours: 12 hours 36 minutes to 13 hours 44 minutes

Delightfully, there are approximately 14 sunny days throughout the month, with 9 hours of sunshine each day on average. This means that for most of the day, your travel in Sendai can be conducted under good sunlight, allowing you to enjoy your journey to the fullest. However, with the average UV index of 4, which is higher around sunny noon, it’s necessary to protect your skin, especially your face, in clear days.

Miyagiken Gokoku Shrine on Sunny Day

Dressing Guide for Sendai Trip in April

 Tops
Given the overall low temperatures in early mornings and after dusk, you’d better bring a thick outwear like a 3-in-1 jacket. It is also helpful if you happen to encounter overcast days during your trip. In sunny days mostly, you can wear a long-sleeved shirt plus a hoodie.

 Bottoms

Regarding lower body, it is advisable to bring thicker ones like slacks for cold days and thinner ones like jeans for warm days. Knitted skirts are suitable for female tourists this month, just remember to wear a pair of warm tights.

 Shoes
Casual sneakers and hiking shoes are nice options for long walk. 

 Other Items
In case of the windy or relatively strong sunshine around noon, you can wear a cap for keeping warm or sun protection. Additionally, a shawl is not only portable, but also useful for extra warmth and stylish for taking photos.

Is April a Good Month to Visit Sendai?

The answer is definitely YES! For one thing, the weather condition is generally fine, without significant impacts on your trip. For another, the daylight hours are enough for your daytime sightseeing. Above all, natural scenery is quite charming in April for the cherry flowers are in full bloom. Particularly, the early to middle period is the best time for admiration. If you are only available in late April, 2026, don’t worry, because cherry blossoms with longer flowering period in places like the Zuihoden still await you!

Admiring Cherry Flowers

Best Places for Cherry Flowers in Sendai

1.    You can go to Toshogu Shrine to enjoy the cherry blossoms. Besides, every year on the third Saturday and Sunday of April, the “Spring Festival” is held here, during which you can also enjoy interesting and lively activities such as shinto music performances.

2.    Tsutsujigaoka Park is also one of the popular spots for taking photos of cherry blossoms. At night, when the lights are on, the cherry blossoms look particularly romantic.

3.    Hakishio Riverbank is truly an enchanting place for cherry blossom viewing in Sendai. It is renowned for its approximately eight-kilometer-long cherry blossom embankment road. On clear days, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while having a picnic here, or stroll along the embankment and take wonderful photos.

4.    If you want to go to a less crowded place where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery in peace, Matsushima and Nishi Park might be more suitable for you.

Travel Tip

Last several days of April fall in Japan’s Golden Week, also the peak tourist season in Sendai, leading to crowdedness in some popular attractions. Therefore, we recommend that you avoid the time period.

Sendai Weather by Month