Kanazawa Weather in November

Season: Autumn

Overview:
1. November is the last month of Kanazawa’s autumn, and the weather gets increasingly cool, making it vital to keep warm.
2. Kanazawa in this month receives the second-highest rainfall throughout the year, making raingear a must during your tour.
3. The highlight of Kanazawa in November is the burning-red autumn foliage view, especially that in the Kenroku-en Garden.

Kanazawa Streetscapes on Clear Day

Cooler and Cooler

The weather of Kanazawa in November is increasingly cool, with the average temperatures between about 8 and 15 degrees Celsius (46 and 59 degrees Fahrenheit). In general, the temperatures of the city are gradually dropping. In early November, the weather may still be warm above 20°C (68°F), while in late November, even the highest daily temperature may fall below 10°C (50°F). Besides, the climate of Kanazawa in November is slightly windy, with an average wind speed of about 27 kilometers per hour (17 miles per hour), which may make the apparent temperature even lower. Therefore, if you have a plan to visit Kanazawa in November, 2025, it’s suggested to dress thick enough to cope with the cooler weather, especially in late November.

18 Wet Days Averagely

The total precipitation of Kanazawa in November is about 290 mm on average, which is the second-highest in the whole year. Throughout the whole month, Kanazawa is likely to experience rain in different intensities and the total rainy days amount to approximately 18. Besides, the city may get rainfall for consecutive days, causing inconvenience for your trip. Another non-negligible factor that may influence your trip is the average humidity of about 69%, making people feel a little damper and cooler after rain. In view of all these conditions, it’s highly recommended to check the local weather in advance and make your tour on precious sunny days.

Short Daytime and Sunshine Hours

The daytime of Kanazawa in November shortens roughly from 10h40min to 9h50min on average, with the earliest sunrise and the latest sunset being at around 6:15 and 16:50 respectively. Due to the short daytime and high precipitation this month, average sunlight duration per day accordingly shortens and lasts for about 3.5 hours only. It should be noted that your sightseeing time in the day is accordingly short, calling for reasonable arrangements.

Pros and Cons of Visiting Kanazawa in November

Pros:
1. Beautiful autumn foliage season: At the end of October, leaves of some maple trees have turned red first, and in November, most maple leaves are in flaming red, forming a wonderful photo background for you.

2. Not-so-low temperatures: The weather of Kanazawa is still warm in early November and cool in mid-November. It may be a little cold in late month, but the temperatures won’t be quite low to make people feel uncomfortable.

Cons:
1. High precipitation: The relatively frequent rain makes it not that convenient to enjoy the scenery, and the weather is basically a little colder when it’s raining.

2. Crowded attractions: Japanese people in November enjoy two 3-day-long holidays from November 1 to 3 and 21 to 23, during which they also enjoy their trips. Besides, the second holiday is during the peak season of autumn leaves, when local attractions are more crowded, hotel prices increase, and you even need to queue for some restaurants.

Packing List for Visiting Kanazawa in November

In early-to-mid November: It’s recommended to bring a sweatshirt or a knit sweater paired with a windproof jacket as your top. Concerning your bottom, thick jeans, or long johns paired with outer pants are suitable. For your shoes, waterproof sneakers are recommended.

In late November: As the weather becomes cooler in this period, thicker clothes are recommended. For your tops, choose to bring a sweatshirt or a sweater, and also a thin down jacket or a thick jacket, and for your bottoms, you can bring thermal pants paired with outer pants or jeans. Waterproof and anti-slippery sneakers are suitable shoes.

Other essentials: To handle the rainy climate of Kanazawa in November, it’s suggested to pack raingear such as a raincoat or an umbrella, and waterproof shoe covers into your luggage. To protect your valuables like camera, it’s suggested to bring a waterproof backpack.

Kanazawa November Travel Recommendations

On rainless days, it’s quite suitable to visit Kenroku-en Garden and the Kanazawa Castle Park, which will feast your eyes with fabulous autumn foliage in vibrant yellow and red hues. In the Kenroku-en Garden, you may further see regional-featured Yukitsuri used to protect pine trees against heavy snow in winter. If time permits, taking a stroll in the Higashichaya Old Town to admire the streetscapes in a traditional style is also a good idea.

On slightly rainy days, it’s more suitable to visit indoor attractions. For instance, Ninjadera, as a mysterious temple with complex mechanisms and secret passages, allows you to learn more about the history of Japan. Besides, the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art exhibits various artworks and a special indoor swimming pool is also recommended.

Yellowgreen Plants in Kenroku-en Garden

Crab Season Begins in November

In view of the high rainfall of Kanazawa in November, if the weather is basically rainy during your tour, choose a day with light rain to visit the Kenroku-en Garden and the Kanazawa Castle Park. After all, they are the most unmissable places if you visit Kanazawa.

Kanazawa November Travel Tips

1. Since daytime shortens this month, the opening hours of some attractions such as the Kenroku-en Garden are adjusted accordingly. Therefore, to fully savor the sights, you are recommended to make a detailed plan for your trip and start your sightseeing early in the day.

2. Like the above-mentioned, attractions are relatively crowded in the red leaf season, and it’s advisable to reserve the hotel room and also seats in some popular restaurants in advance.

3. From November 7 on, snow crabs are available in seafood markets, among which the covered Omicho Market is the most popular.

4. On November 1, 2, 8, 15, 22, 23, and 29 this year, the Kenroku-en Garden further opens free at night, so that tourists can enjoy illuminated autumnal scenery.