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Kanazawa weather in January

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Kanazawa January weather at a glance

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In January, Kanazawa averages 4°C, with typical highs of 7.3°C and lows of 0.8°C. The historical average is 24 wet days and 76% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in January, it is 6.2°C warmer than Seoul, with 19 more wet days.

Kanazawa January temperature & humidity

Average4°CHigh 7.3° / low 0.8°
Humidity76%
Wet days24 days77% of days
Day–night range6.5°

Kanazawa January rain & wet days

Wet days24 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days77%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Kanazawa in January

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings. Rain is frequent at roughly 24 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 7.3°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 0.8°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
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Kanazawa January sunrise & sunset times

2026 January · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th07:05
Sunset on the 15th17:01
Daylight duration9h 56m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-01-0107:0516:489h 43m
2026-01-1507:0517:019h 56m
2026-01-3106:5617:1810h 21m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

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Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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January weather by year

January 20244.5°23 wet days, 75% humidity
January 20253.5°25 wet days, 77% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

17°1°2.5mm
28°3°17mm
36°0°8.5mm
45°0°3mm
58°1°6.8mm
68°2°14mm
77°3°14mm
84°1°13mm
94°0°18mm
104°0°13mm
114°-2°27mm
126°-5°5.1mm
138°1°14mm
147°4°13mm
156°0°12mm
164°-2°8.3mm
174°0°2.4mm
187°-3°
1913°-4°
2010°1°7.8mm
219°0°1.2mm
229°0°
2311°4°9mm
248°3°
256°-1°3.3mm
268°-2°
279°0°
287°3°14mm
294°2°19mm
305°1°7.9mm
314°-1°8.8mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Kanazawa weather like in January?

In January, Kanazawa averages 4°C, with typical highs of 7.3°C and lows of 0.8°C. The historical average is 24 wet days and 76% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Kanazawa in January?

There are about 24 wet days in January. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Kanazawa in January?

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings. Rain is frequent at roughly 24 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What are the best months to visit Kanazawa?

Recent weather data rates May among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Kanazawa weather in January in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Kanazawa in January?

On 2026-01-15, calculated sunrise is 07:05 and sunset is 17:01 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations