April 8 is generally a great time to visit Tokyo. While there is a slight chance of rain (29%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. It's a lively time to explore Tokyo, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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Essential Travel Info for Tokyo
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Tokyo Weather Forecast for April 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.8°C. 29% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Tokyo in April
Based on historical data for April 8, Tokyo typically experiences temperatures between 7.7°C and 16.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 29% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Tokyo
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
29%
Avg 2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
57%
Overcast
Pressure
1015 hPa
Medium volatility
Tokyo 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
🔴 18 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 27 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 45 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.7°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
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
~638
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Tokyo
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:20
☀️ Noon
11:44
🌇 Sunset
18:08
⏱️ Daylight
12h 48m
Wind Speed
23 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
8.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Tokyo
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.
Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Very high seismic risk. Ring of Fire territory.
Typhoon Risk
Year-round risk present
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Mount Fuji
90.6km away
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, Tokyo on April 8 averages 16.8°C with a 29% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 83/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Tokyo Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 14
17.7°C • 28% rain
Score
85
April 15
17.8°C • 30% rain
Score
85
April 11
17.2°C • 24% rain
Score
84
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Tokyo Worth Visiting on April 8?
Planning a trip to Tokyo on April 8? 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 16.8°C with a 29% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 638 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 14.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.75m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.7°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 2.7°C in 2015.