Is May a good month to visit Kanazawa?

May sits in the spring period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Kanazawa in May?

Average highs around 21C and lows near 12.3C. Pack quick-dry clothing and a light waterproof layer for May.

What weather should I expect in Kanazawa during May?

May typically averages around 16.7C, with about 174.4mm of rain across 13 days.

Kanazawa, Japan

Kanazawa in May

Kanazawa, Japan

Visiting Kanazawa in May means experiencing the spring. During spring, Kanazawa offers mild temperatures, blooming landscapes, and fewer crowds.

SeasonSpring

Travel StyleUrban Discovery

Cost$$$$

Weather in Kanazawa in May

Average highs around 21C and lows near 12.3C. 174.4mm average precipitation and about 13 rainy days. May typically sits between April and June conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Kanazawa. Pack quick-dry clothing and a light waterproof layer for May.

Avg High21C

Avg Low12.3C

Rainy Days13

Precipitation174.4mm

Daylight14.1h/day

Sunshine9h/day

Wind19.3 km/h

UVmoderate

Humidityhumid

Temperature

May brings spring conditions in Kanazawa, Japan. The average temperature is about 16.7C, with lows near 12.3C and highs around 21C.

Sunshine Hours

Kanazawa, Japan usually gets around 9 hours of sunshine per day in May, with roughly 14.1 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

May sees around 174.4mm of rainfall over about 13 days. Rain can occur for around 5.2 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in May is generally humid for Kanazawa, Japan, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Kanazawa in May

Kanazawa in May