What is the weather like in Kanazawa in December?

Expect temperatures between 2°C and 9°C with 67% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Kanazawa in December?

Kanazawa in December scores 49/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Come prepared and you'll have a good time.

Who should visit Kanazawa in December?

December in Kanazawa is ideal for: Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Kanazawa Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

9°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

2°C

Coolest around day 29

Rainy Days

31days

67% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

15°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Kanazawa coastline

Kanazawa December Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Rainy

11°C59%

Day 2

Stormy

11°C62%

Day 3

Stormy

11°C61%

Day 4

Rainy

11°C59%

Day 5

Stormy

11°C62%

Day 6

Stormy

10°C65%

Day 7

Stormy

10°C63%

Day 8

Stormy

10°C62%

Day 9

Stormy

10°C66%

Day 10

Stormy

10°C65%

Day 11

Stormy

10°C61%

Day 12

Stormy

10°C62%

Day 13

Stormy

9°C69%

Day 14

Stormy

9°C67%

Day 15

Stormy

9°C70%

Day 16

Stormy

8°C76%

Day 17

Stormy

8°C77%

Day 18

Stormy

8°C76%

Day 19

Stormy

8°C74%

Day 20

Stormy

8°C68%

Day 21

Stormy

8°C66%

Day 22

Stormy

8°C66%

Day 23

Stormy

8°C64%

Day 24

Stormy

8°C68%

Day 25

Stormy

7°C72%

Day 26

Stormy

7°C67%

Day 27

Stormy

7°C67%

Day 28

Stormy

7°C69%

Day 29

Stormy

7°C67%

Day 30

Stormy

7°C65%

Day 31

Stormy

7°C73%

Essential Travel Info for Kanazawa

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Currency

JPY

¥ Japanese yen

Language

Japanese

Driving

Left side

Connect

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.336

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Remote

9/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

Peak Daily Arrivals

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Dec

Low

Oct

Monthly Traffic Distribution

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Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Tokyo (HND)

Fukuoka (FUK)

Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan (TPE)

Chitose / Tomakomai New Chitose (CTS)

Naha (OKA)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

8 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Japan. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Japan.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Japan.If rabies exposures occur while in Japan, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Kanazawa?

🤔Come prepared and you'll have a good time(49/100)

Short Answer

⚠️ December falls in Kanazawa's typhoon season. While daily weather averages 9°C with 67% rain, tropical storms can disrupt travel. Flexible bookings recommended.

Decision Factors

Typhoon season active

Western Pacific zone - expect potential typhoon activity

High rainfall period

67% rain probability, 5.7mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

17 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Rough sea conditions

2.92m average wave height - Surfers Only

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Good For

💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🎯
Adventure seekers
2.92m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 15°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
👴
Elderly travelers
79% humidity creates difficult conditions
🥾
Outdoor enthusiasts
67% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Kanazawa in December averages 9°C with 67% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Kanazawa in December

What are the temperatures in Kanazawa in December?

Daytime highs average 9°C, nights drop to 2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Kanazawa in December?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Kanazawa in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Kanazawa?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Kanazawa Weather in December

Sea Temperature in December

Kanazawa December Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Kanazawa

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles

Rabies

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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