Kanazawa Weather in February

Season: Winter

Overview:
1. February is the last month of winter of Kanazawa and the weather is cold with frequent snow.
2. Kanazawa has beautiful snow scenery in February.
3. You’re suggested to consider whether you can tolerate cold and snowy weather firstly if you plan to travel to Kanazawa in February.

Kanazawa at Snowy Night in February

Low Temperatures

Kanazawa weather in February, the second-coldest month of the year, is generally frigid, with average temperatures from about 1 to 8 degrees Celsius (34 to 46 degrees Fahrenheit). In the early morning and the late evening, the temperature may drop to around 0°C (32°F), especially on days with precipitation. Even at noon in the daytime, the temperature won’t be so high and is just around 8°C, making it vital to wear enough warm clothes to combat the cold. Besides, the wind speed this month is high at around 29 kilometers per hour (18 miles per hour), and strong winds may make you even colder.

High Precipitation

Kanazawa in February is affected by the northwest monsoon and absorbs abundant moisture from the sea, resulting in high precipitation of about 173 mm in the city. The precipitation is mainly in forms of snow, sleet, and rain, and precipitation days averagely amount to about 21, covering two-thirds of the entire month. Besides, the weather is quite unpredictable, and it may snow heavily and then rain, or even snow with hail or thunder. Even though there is no precipitation on a day, the weather may still not be that good and is basically cloudy or overcast. So high precipitation is something you have to consider if you are deciding whether or not to travel to Kanazawa in February 2026.

Daytime and Sunshine Duration

In February, the sun makes its earliest appearance at around 6:25 and the latest sunset takes place at around 17:45, and the daytime of Kanazawa this month lasts for about 10h20min to 11h20min long. Each day on average, there are just about 3 sunshine hours in the daytime, because the weather this month is rarely sunny and generally rich in precipitation.

Is February a Good Month to Visit Kanazawa?

February is not seen as a very good month to visit Kanazawa since you need to wear thick clothes and pack heavy luggage in such cold weather. Besides, heavy snow more or less affects local road conditions and may cause temporary highway closure, bringing inconvenience to your tour.

However, on the plus side, snow scenery is a fabulous part of people’s tours here. In addition, February is also the slack tourism season of the city, so if you like snow scenery and prefer quiet, February may be a good choice for you.

Clothes to Wear in Kanazawa in February

Basic winter outfits: To keep warm, it’s recommended to wear a thermal top, a thick sweater or a fleece sweatshirt, and a down coat. For pants, thermal pants paired with thick jeans, and fleece-lined leggings are all good options.

Waterproof and anti-slippery shoes: Thick snow boots, and winter sneakers are suitable to walk on some slippery roads with partially melted snow.

Warming accessories: You can further wear a thick scarf and gloves to keep your neck and hands warm. Warmer stickers are also very useful for keeping warm.

Other necessities:
(1) Raingear: It’s suggested to pack your umbrella into your luggage in view of high precipitation in February.
(2) Cold medicine: In frigid February, cold medicine is requisite and can help relieve discomfort caused by a bad cold.

Kanazawa February Travel Advice

Temperatures are relatively low in the morning, so it’s recommended to visit more indoor attractions such as 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Omicho Market famous for fresh seafood, and Higashichaya Old Town featuring traditional teahouses. It’s not that cold in the afternoon, and you’re suggested to visit the Kanazawa Castle Park and the Kenroku-en Garden. In the evening, a comfortable onsen bath helps relax your muscles and relieve your travel fatigue.

It’s worth mentioning that the Kenroku-en Garden on snowy days should not be missed, because the snow scenery there is gorgeous. Besides, nighttime illuminations in Kenroku-en Garden at night of all Saturdays will make the snow scenery even more beautiful.

Higashichaya Old Town on Overcast Day

Tips

1. If you’ve decided to visit Kanazawa in February 2026, to make a smooth and convenient tour, it’s suggested to check the weather forecast in advance and avoid days with extremely bad weather.
2. Heavy snow may cause buses and trams to be delayed, so you’d better allow enough time for your tour.

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