UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Kanazawa, Japan 
will be up to 11.2, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-06-22
UV index at 11.2 in Kanazawa means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
Kanazawa's UV index varies throughout the year, with lower levels in winter and higher levels in summer, typically ranging from 1 to 8 on the UV scale.
Kanazawa experiences four distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters; warm, rainy springs; hot, humid summers; and mild, pleasant autumns with colorful leaves.
Compared to other parts of Japan, Kanazawa gets more rain and snow, especially in winter, due to its location near the Sea of Japan, making it wetter than cities like Tokyo or Osaka but similar to nearby Hokuriku region areas.
See the UV index hour by hour for Kanazawa, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.