City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, October, June
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Kanazawa for a city trip is May, October, June, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Kanazawa
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 24Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 3° | 284 |
February | 29Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 3° | 163 |
March | 31Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 6° | 151 |
April | 68Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 12° | 128 |
May | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 17° | 134 |
June | 78Good Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 21° | 179 |
July | 43Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 25° | 244 |
August | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 26° | 180 |
September | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 22° | 239 |
October | 82Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 17° | 199 |
November | 55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 11° | 246 |
December | 24Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 6° | 332 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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