April 15 sees frequent showers in Nikko. Historical data shows a 41% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 16°C. Nikko is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Nikko
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Nikko Weather Forecast for April 15
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.6°C. 41% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Nikko in April
Based on historical data for April 15, Nikko typically experiences temperatures between 5.1°C and 15.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 41% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nikko
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
15.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
41%
Avg 3.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~41% chance
Pressure
1013.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Nikko Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 85% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.8°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Japan
Flight Traffic
Busy
65/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~640
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nikko
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:09
☀️ Noon
11:42
🌇 Sunset
18:15
⏱️ Daylight
13h 6m
Wind Speed
12.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Nikko
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Very high seismic risk. Ring of Fire territory.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Nikko on April 15 averages 15.6°C with a 41% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 73/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Nikko Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 8
14.1°C • 30% rain
Score
82
April 9
14.3°C • 34% rain
Score
81
April 11
14.6°C • 36% rain
Score
81
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📍 Is Nikko Worth Visiting on April 15?
Planning a trip to Nikko on April 15? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 15.6°C with a 41% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 640 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 15 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.5°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 0.8°C in 2021.