Ishikawa Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ishikawa, Japan in December.

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Kanazawa Nanao Komatsu Hakusan

Planning a getaway to Ishikawa, Japan this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Ishikawa in December

Ishikawa, Japan is a region in Japan. December in Ishikawa generally has cold temperatures, with heavy precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Kanazawa.

For a closer look at conditions across Ishikawa, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Nanao with an average of 162 mm (6.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Kaga with 260 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Kanazawa receives around 71 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Ishikawa by month

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Best Places to Visit in Ishikawa in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ishikawa.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Ishikawa

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Ishikawa, Japan?

Temperature range in Ishikawa (December)

Precipitation variation in Ishikawa (December)

Kanazawa

In December Kanazawa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
71 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
27 days
28 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Kanazawa →

Nanao

In December Nanao generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
46 hours
43 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
28 days
29 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Nanao →

Komatsu

In December Komatsu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
71 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
179 mm (7 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
27 days
28 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Komatsu →

Hakusan

In December Hakusan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
71 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
229 mm (9 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
27 days
28 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Hakusan →

Wajima

In December Wajima generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
46 hours
43 hours
Monthly rainfall
160 mm (6.3 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
29 days
30 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Wajima →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ishikawa, in Japan.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ishikawa in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kanazawa 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)
Nanao 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Komatsu 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)
Hakusan 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Wajima 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 200 mm (7.9 in)
Shika 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 228 mm (9 in)

Ishikawa weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ishikawa, Japan in December?

Ishikawa, Japan typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Kanazawa average around 10°C (50°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Ishikawa, Japan in December?

In Kanazawa, the average daytime high in December is 10°C (50°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does Ishikawa, Japan get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Ishikawa, Japan peaks during December. Kanazawa averages roughly 214 mm (8.4 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Ishikawa, Japan?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Ishikawa, Japan due to the typically poor weather in Kanazawa.

Generally speaking, May and October provide pleasant weather in Kanazawa. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Ishikawa.

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