April weather forecastKobe, Japan

April

Weather in April

April is a time of renewal, when Kobe bursts into the full beauty of spring. The brisk cold of March gives way to mild temperatures, ample sunshine, and verdant landscapes. A notable shift can be observed in the sea temperature, reaching 15.6°C (60.1°F), which encourages aquatic activities. The inviting weather coupled with extended daylight hours allows for active engagements in outdoor events. Moving into May, higher temperatures and increased rains become prevalent, signaling the onset of early summer.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of April, moving from a cool 12.1°C (53.8°F) in March to a comfortable 16.6°C (61.9°F). Kobe cools down to an average low-temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F) throughout the month of April.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months in Kobe.

Rainfall

In Kobe, Japan, in April, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. In Kobe, Japan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 791mm (31.14") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kobe, snow does not fall in April through November.

Sea temperature

In Kobe, in April, the average water temperature is 15.6°C (60.1°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 15.6°C (60.1°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Kobe, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:43 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Kobe, Japan, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

In Kobe, 16.6°C (61.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 9.8°C (49.6°F) is the average low-temperature during April.

The months with the lowest humidity in Kobe, Japan, are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

The average relative humidity in April in Kobe is 71%.

In Kobe, in April, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation.

April through November are months without snowfall in Kobe.

In April, in Kobe, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Kobe, the average seawater temperature in April is 15.6°C (60.1°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.6°C (60.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In Kobe, Japan, the average day length in April is 13h and 4min.

On the first day of April in Kobe, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 18:43 JST.

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Kobe is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average high temperature in April: 16.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.3°C).

Average pressure in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average pressure in April: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average wind speed in April: 12.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average humidity in April: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average rainfall in April: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (127mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (31mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (39mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average sea temperature in April: 15.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.9°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in April: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average UV index in April: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in April: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in April
Kobe, Japan

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (9km).