Kanazawa weather in December (Ishikawa, Japan)

Will it be warm or cold in Kanazawa this December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Kanazawa tends to experience low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 10°C, while nights can cool down to about 3°C.

Precipitation

Kanazawa in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 214 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 27 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 71 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kanazawa. May and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kanazawa climate page with graphs.

 

Kanazawa, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 90%  

Precipitation 214 mm  

Rainy days 27 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 71 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Fukui, Japan (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in December

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kanazawa.

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