Best time to visit Kanazawa for good weather

Best match

The best all-round month — warm temperatures, lush gardens, and manageable crowds before the rainy season.

#1 for good weather

Best match

Cherry blossoms in Kenroku-en — the single best reason to visit Kanazawa, and the most competitive month for accommodation.

#2 for good weather

Best match

Winter retreating — the city warms up and early spring draws visitors before the cherry blossom peak.

#3 for good weather

Strong option

Hottest month but most sunshine — early morning visits to Kenroku-en reward those who beat the heat.

#4 for good weather

Worth considering

Snow eases slightly — budget prices and near-empty streets, though grey skies dominate.

#5 for good weather

Worth considering

Autumn begins but rain persists — Kenroku-en's foliage starts its turn toward November's spectacular peak.

#6 for good weather

Worth considering

Peak autumn foliage in Kenroku-en — breathtaking colour, but November rain is a near-certainty.

#7 for good weather

Worth considering

Tsuyu rainy season — the Hyakumangoku Matsuri festival is magnificent, but expect rain nearly every day.

#8 for good weather

Avoid

The wettest month of the year as winter closes in — budget prices and the city nearly to yourself.

#9 for good weather

Avoid

Heavy snow blankets the city — beautiful for the intrepid, but genuinely difficult conditions.

#10 for good weather

Worth considering

Hot, humid, and very wet — Kanazawa in summer requires early starts and weather tolerance.

#11 for good weather

Worth considering

Heavy September rain and residual summer heat make this the weakest month — autumn colour still weeks away.

#12 for good weather