April 12 is generally a great time to visit Kanazawa. While there is a slight chance of rain (39%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. As it's peak season for Kanazawa, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Kanazawa
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Kanazawa Weather Forecast for April 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.6°C. 39% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Kanazawa in April
Based on historical data for April 12, Kanazawa typically experiences temperatures between 5.9°C and 15.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 39% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Kanazawa
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
15.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
39%
Avg 3.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~39% chance
Pressure
1015.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Kanazawa Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 87% 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
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.6°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
High
82/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~18
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Kanazawa
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:25
☀️ Noon
11:55
🌇 Sunset
18:25
⏱️ Daylight
12h 59m
Wind Speed
16.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Kanazawa
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.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.
Typhoon Risk
Year-round risk present
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, Kanazawa on April 12 averages 15.6°C with a 39% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 74/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Kanazawa Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 8
15°C • 38% rain
Score
83
April 18
17.1°C • 33% rain
Score
83
April 19
17.3°C • 35% rain
Score
82
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📍 Is Kanazawa Worth Visiting on April 12?
Planning a trip to Kanazawa on April 12? 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 15.6°C with a 39% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 18 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 12.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.13m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.8°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 0.3°C in 2016.