Kanazawa vs Kyoto in December

Kyoto is the better pick in December — 71 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Kanazawa is cold, soaked, clean air.

Kanazawa vs KyotoDecember climate, side by side

KanazawaKyoto
Comfort score50/100 (D)71/100 (B)
Feels-like high7°C8°C
Avg high / low11° / 4°12° / 3°
Rainfall252 mm57 mm
Rainy days247
Humidity82%79%
Air quality (AQI)3543

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Kanazawa vs Kyoto in December — FAQ

Is December better in Kanazawa or Kyoto?
Kyoto is the better pick in December — 71 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Kanazawa is cold, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Kanazawa vs Kyoto in December?
In December, Kanazawa averages 11°C high / 4°C low with about 252 mm of rain; Kyoto averages 12°C high / 3°C low with about 57 mm.