April / May Spring of Kamikochi

April

In addition to the mountains, snow still remains in the shade of forests and boardwalks in April in April. It is snowing depending on the year and the lowest temperature may be below zero.
There are few days of sunny until mid May.

It is still early for trees to bud.

It is still early for trees to bud.

It is still cold in April and May.

It is still cold in April and May.

Temperature / Climate
Maximum temperature during the day: about 10℃
Early morning minimum temperature: around 0℃
Point of clothing

It is winter clothes. (It is unsuitable for 'down jacket' which is difficult to regulate cold and warm.)

Event etc.
April 27 Opening Festival (the opening of the season)
There are no flowers blooming, a cold day continues. The weather is unstable until mid-May, and there are days when snow falls.

May

In the middle of May, spring alpine plants will bloom and complete. The trees start to sprout, and Kamikochi will feel like a spring-like atmosphere.
The climate is stable, and it continues until a fine day goes into the rainy season.

Buds of trees starting in the middle of May

Buds of trees starting in the middle of May

The season that many alpine plant flowers can enjoy

Temperature / Climate
Maximum temperature during the day: about 15℃
Early morning minimum temperature: around 5℃
Point of clothing

Winter clothes (The sun will gradually feel stronger, sunny days may be hot, so layered.)

Event etc.
Snow white, fresh green of trees, contrast of blue sky is beautiful, it is a season that you can take pictures like Kamikochi. "Kamikochi Walk Rally" will be held from the middle of May. (When you collect the stamp you get a gift such as a discount ticket.)