Kanazawa Weather in June

Season: Summer

Key points:
1. In June, Kanazawa experiences a transition from spring to summer, and the temperatures rise from warm to a little hot.
2. Kanazawa enters its plum rain season in the middle of June, and the weather of the city may be rainy for consecutive days, resulting in high humidity and stuffy feelings of people.
3. The first half of this month, when the weather is less rainy and the Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival takes place, is more recommended to visit the city.

Lake View in Kenroku-en Garden

Pleasantly Warm Weather

Kanazawa enters summer in June, and its weather gets warmer and warmer. In general, temperatures of the city are generally in an increasing trend and approximately range between around 18 and 25 degrees Celsius (64 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit). In the daytime, the weather is typically pleasantly warm and breezy, with an average wind speed of about 21 kilometers per hour (13 miles per hour) and temperatures increasing from below 25°C (64°F) to around 30°C (86°F) day by day. In late June, when the daytime temperatures may rise above 30°C, it is necessary to prevent heatstroke. With the not-large temperature difference of no more than 10°C (50°F), even at night, you may basically not feel cold and don’t need to bring additional clothes.

Plum Rain Season Begins

In June, Kanazawa averagely has about 11 wet days and gets a total precipitation of about 166 mm, which is relatively low around the year. In specific, rainfall of Kanazawa in June features an obvious difference between the first half and the second half of this month because the plum rain season of the city begins in mid-June.

In the first half of this month, the weather is mainly sunny and cloudy, while the plum rain may last for consecutive days in the second half and cause some inconvenience to your tour. If you don’t want to travel in the rain, you’re advised to check Kanazawa’s weather forecast and try to exclude rainy days from your trip.

High Humidity

After the plum rain season begins, the rainfall will increase, accordingly making humidity rise. Even though Kanazawa is at the beginning of summer this month and the weather hasn’t been the hottest throughout the year, the average humidity this month of about 71% makes people easily feel stuffy.

Longest Daytime

Daytime of Kanazawa lasts between about 14h30min and 14h40min, which is the longest all year round and allows you to fully enjoy scenery of the city. The sun rises quite early at around 4:35 to 4:40, and sets late at about 19:05 to 19:15. Averagely, the city has about 5 hours of sunshine duration per day, and UV radiation is strong in the UV index of around 9, which is the second-highest all year round. Therefore, sunburn prevention is requisite on sunny days.

Why and Why Not Visit Kanazawa in June

In the first half of June, the climate of Kanazawa gets warmer but not hot at all, and rainy days are fewer than those in the second half. These weather conditions are suitable for sightseeing. In addition, the Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival, the greatest festival in the city, is celebrated on the first weekend of June. So the first half of this month is a good time to visit Kanazawa.

As for the second half of June, wet days show up more frequently because the plum rain season begins. Consecutive wet days may make your tour less smooth and convenient. On the good side, not too many tourists choose to visit Kanazawa in this period, which means that you may have a relatively tranquil trip here.

What to Bring for Visiting Kanazawa in June

Clothes: Overall, it’s wise to wear light and breathable summer outfits such as short-sleeved shirts, T-shirts, shorts, skirts, and dresses. Pick those clothes made of quick-dry materials, cotton, or linen so that your sweat can evaporate quickly and doesn’t cause a muggy feeling. In early June, it’s further suitable to bring a long-sleeved shirt.

Shoes: Mesh sneakers, breathable flats, and sandals are all recommended. For wet days, you’d better wear anti-slippery and waterproof shoes, or wear additional covers to protect your shoes.

Other essentials:
(1) For sunny days: It’s suggested to pack your sun-protective jacket or high-SPF sunscreen into your luggage.
(2) For rainy days: Raingear is a must if you plan to visit Kanazawa in June, 2026. It’s suggested to bring an umbrella instead of a raincoat because it’s more convenient and won’t make you feel stuffier.
(3) For humid days: A portable fan helps bring you more fresh air and you can also use wet tissues to wipe your sweat in time.

Kanazawa Travel Advice in June

1. In the first half of June, when the weather is agreeably warm without burning heat and the plum rain season hasn’t come, it’s quite suitable to enjoy sightseeing outdoors. For instance, you can admire black and white buildings in the Kanazawa Castle Park, visit the Ishiura Shrine to seek happiness in love, and view colorful hydrangeas and water lilies in the Kenroku-en Garden. This month, the garden further opens at some nights to present an illuminated concert and also firefly viewing activities to tourists.

Azalea Flowers in Kenroku-en Garden

Ishiura Shrine on Sunny Day

2. On the first weekend of June, the grand Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival is celebrated by local people and you can see wonderful performances and a warrior parade starting from the landmark Tsuzumi-mon of the Kanazawa Station.

3. At sunny noon or on wet days, indoor activities are more recommended to avoid the impact of dazzling sunshine or rain on your tour. Tasting tea in a traditional teahouse in the Higashichaya Old Town, viewing artworks in the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, and having a seafood meal in the roofed Omicho Market are all suggested.