Japan Kanazawa Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Kanazawa is very-high
Kanazawa Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 16° / 8°
- Rainfall
- 245mm · 17 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Kanazawa in November averages a high of 16°C and low of 8°C with 245mm of rain over about 17 days. Late autumn + peak foliage. Around 16°C/8°C. A light jacket, knitwear + a cardigan. Big day-night swing. UV 3.
November is very-high for Kanazawa.
November in Kanazawa is peak foliage, the start of the Kaga fugu and crab season, and the start of yukitsuri. It averages 16°C/8°C with the year's second-highest rainfall (245mm).
The November signature is Kenrokuen's peak foliage — Japan's #1 great garden, with 200-year-old maples, night illumination, and a free-admission week (last week of November). The third-to-fourth week is best. The castle, Toride forest, and the Noto Peninsula's Uchinada beach are also lovely. Shirakawa-go and Takayama peak earlier (late October to the first week of November, 2-3 weeks ahead of Kanazawa). A November Kanazawa + Noto + Shirakawa-go combo is a peak-season trip.
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Kanazawa November Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
8°C
Rainy Days
17
245mm total
Sunshine
3.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 24
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
38 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
15°C
Nighttime
7°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak Kenrokuen foliage + free-admission week
- Kaga fugu & crab season begins
- Yukitsuri begins
- Shirakawa-go & Takayama foliage
- A top season of the year
Cons
- Foliage-season crowds at attractions
- Year's second-highest rainfall (245mm)
- Late November nears freezing
- Frequent cloud
November Events & Festivals
- Kenrokuen foliage at its best (third-to-fourth week of November) — Japan's #1 garden + illumination
- Kenrokuen free-admission week (last week of November)
- Kaga fugu & crab season begins (Nov-Mar)
- Yukitsuri begins (from November 1) — a rare sight
- Culture Day (Nov 3) — public holiday
- Labor Thanksgiving Day (Nov 23) — public holiday
Kanazawa in November — Full Picture
November in Kanazawa is peak foliage, the start of the Kaga fugu and crab season, and the start of yukitsuri. It averages 16°C/8°C with the year's second-highest rainfall (245mm).
The November signature is Kenrokuen's peak foliage — Japan's #1 great garden, with 200-year-old maples, night illumination, and a free-admission week (last week of November). The third-to-fourth week is best. The castle, Toride forest, and the Noto Peninsula's Uchinada beach are also lovely. Shirakawa-go and Takayama peak earlier (late October to the first week of November, 2-3 weeks ahead of Kanazawa). A November Kanazawa + Noto + Shirakawa-go combo is a peak-season trip.
The Kaga fugu and crab season begins (Nov-Mar) — Kagaya ryokan, Kanihonke, and Torafuku full courses. A special-occasion season opens.
Yukitsuri (rope snow-guards) begins (November 1 to mid-March) — a 600-year Kaga tradition protecting large trees with V-shaped ropes at Kenrokuen and around the city. A rare sight.
4-star hotels run ¥18,000-30,000. Japanese public holidays (Nov 3, Nov 23) bring more domestic travelers. Foliage season runs about 1.5x normal hotel rates.
Late November nears freezing — pack a down jacket and hand warmers.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late autumn + peak foliage. Around 16°C/8°C. A light jacket, knitwear + a cardigan. Big day-night swing. UV 3.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
17.7°C
8°C
14.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.3°C
21.3°C
13.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current22°C
14°C
14/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
8°C
1°C
21.7/mo
Kanazawa Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | 0° | 24d·270mm | 2.5h | 75% | 1 | Moderate | Peak | |
| 7° | 0° | 19d·175mm | 3h | 75% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 3° | 17d·175mm | 4h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 8° | 14d·165mm | 5.5h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| 23° | 13° | 13d·160mm | 6h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 18° | 15d·195mm | 4.5h | 75% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 30° | 22° | 14d·235mm | 5h | 75% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 24° | 11d·145mm | 7h | 70% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 21° | 13d·220mm | 5.5h | 70% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 22° | 13° | 12d·165mm | 5.5h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 16° | 8° | 17d·245mm | 3.5h | 70% | 3 | Very busy | Peak |
| 10° | 3° | 22d·285mm | 2.5h | 75% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Kanazawa November Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Kanazawa?
Kanazawa in November is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Kanazawa in November?
Kanazawa November averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C.
Does it rain much in Kanazawa in November?
Kanazawa November averages 245mm of rainfall over about 17 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kanazawa in November?
Late autumn + peak foliage. Around 16°C/8°C. A light jacket, knitwear + a cardigan. Big day-night swing. UV 3.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kanazawa in November?
Kanazawa November sunrise is 06:20 and sunset is 16:40, with 10h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kanazawa in November?
Kanazawa November air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kanazawa in November?
In November, Kanazawa is great for Peak Kenrokuen foliage + illumination, Kaga fugu & crab season begins, Yukitsuri begins.
Is November peak season in Kanazawa?
Kanazawa November crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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