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Kanazawa weather in December

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

Kanazawa December weather at a glance

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In December, Kanazawa averages 6.3°C, with typical highs of 9.5°C and lows of 3.4°C. The historical average is 26 wet days and 77% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in December, it is 7.2°C warmer than Seoul, with 21 more wet days.

Kanazawa December temperature & humidity

Average6.3°CHigh 9.5° / low 3.4°
Humidity77%
Wet days26 days84% of days
Day–night range6.1°

Kanazawa December rain & wet days

Wet days26 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days84%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 December

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings. Rain is frequent at roughly 26 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 9.5°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 3.4°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Warm jacket or coatKnitwearRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrella
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Kanazawa December sunrise & sunset times

2026 December · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th06:58
Sunset on the 15th16:39
Daylight duration9h 41m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-12-0106:4616:389h 52m
2026-12-1506:5816:399h 41m
2026-12-3107:0516:479h 42m

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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Best months to visit Kanazawa

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

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December weather by year

December 20245.5°28 wet days, 79% humidity
December 20257.2°24 wet days, 75% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

118°11°4.4mm
217°9°8.6mm
311°3°11mm
45°3°9.3mm
57°3°22mm
612°2°
714°9°
814°7°5.7mm
910°5°7.7mm
1010°5°4.9mm
1115°5°6.5mm
126°1°4.5mm
138°1°
1411°4°21mm
158°5°5.9mm
1610°4°9.1mm
1713°6°20mm
189°3°
1912°-1°
2020°5°
2117°8°26mm
227°3°2.1mm
2310°1°
2414°7°6.3mm
2510°8°28mm
268°-1°23mm
273°-2°4mm
289°1°9.4mm
2913°2°1.8mm
3010°7°7mm
317°3°6.5mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Kanazawa weather like in December?

In December, Kanazawa averages 6.3°C, with typical highs of 9.5°C and lows of 3.4°C. The historical average is 26 wet days and 77% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Kanazawa in December?

There are about 26 wet days in December. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Kanazawa in December?

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings. Rain is frequent at roughly 26 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 December 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 December?

On 2026-12-15, calculated sunrise is 06:58 and sunset is 16:39 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