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Otaru weather in April

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Otaru April weather at a glance

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In April, Otaru averages 7.9°C, with typical highs of 11.9°C and lows of 4.2°C. The historical average is 14 wet days and 76% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in April, it is 4.8°C cooler than Seoul, with 9 more wet days.

Otaru April temperature & humidity

Average7.9°CHigh 11.9° / low 4.2°
Humidity76%
Wet days14 days45% of days
Day–night range7.7°

Otaru April rain & wet days

Wet days14 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days45%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Otaru in April

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings. Rain is frequent at roughly 14 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 11.9°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 4.2°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Warm jacket or coatKnitwearRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrella
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Otaru April sunrise & sunset times

2026 April · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th04:55
Sunset on the 15th18:18
Daylight duration13h 23m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-04-0105:1918:0212h 43m
2026-04-1504:5518:1813h 23m
2026-04-3004:3218:3614h 4m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

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April weather by year

April 20248.7°9 wet days, 74% humidity
April 20257.1°18 wet days, 78% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

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26°0°5.2mm
35°1°8.8mm
45°1°4.1mm
56°0°
610°-1°11mm
712°3°2.7mm
89°4°
912°4°
1014°5°
1115°3°
1213°4°
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1410°7°21mm
1510°6°1.7mm
168°6°17mm
1712°4°
1819°3°3.2mm
1913°6°1mm
2015°6°10mm
2110°5°1.7mm
2213°3°
2313°5°2.1mm
2416°4°
2513°6°7.2mm
2610°6°5.8mm
279°3°3.7mm
2813°1°2.3mm
296°5°23mm
307°4°

Frequently asked questions

What is Otaru weather like in April?

In April, Otaru averages 7.9°C, with typical highs of 11.9°C and lows of 4.2°C. The historical average is 14 wet days and 76% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Otaru in April?

There are about 14 wet days in April. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Otaru in April?

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings. Rain is frequent at roughly 14 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What are the best months to visit Otaru?

Recent weather data rates June, September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Otaru weather in April in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Otaru in April?

On 2026-04-15, calculated sunrise is 04:55 and sunset is 18:18 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations