Is April a good time for surfing at Shikoku – Ikumi?
April is a fair month for surfing at Shikoku – Ikumi; the best time is August–October. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 18°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 20°C.
Plan your trip to Shikoku – IkumiEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 20°C by day, 11°C at night
- Weather: 19 sunny days, 14 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in April
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in April →Questions
Is April a good time for surfing at Shikoku – Ikumi?
April is a fair month for surfing at Shikoku – Ikumi; the best time is August–October. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 18°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 20°C.
How warm is the water at Shikoku – Ikumi in April?
About 18°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Shikoku – Ikumi in April?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Shikoku – Ikumi in April?
Around 20°C by day and 11°C at night, with about 19 sunny and 14 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in April?
Within 1,500 km: Miyazaki – Kisakihama (1.4 m waves), Kamakura – Yuigahama (1.1 m waves) & Chiba – Ichinomiya (1.7 m waves).
