Punta Arenas experiences a mild oceanic climate, with temperatures varying significantly throughout the year. Winters are cool and wet, with temperatures ranging from around 0°C to 15°C in April and May, and occasional drops below -6°C in May. Spring arrives in September, bringing warmer temperatures that gradually rise to averages of 10°C by November, while summers are mild, with highs rarely exceeding 20°C. Autumn is characterized by decreasing temperatures, but remain relatively mild, ranging from around 1°C to 14°C from October to December. The coldest months are June and July, with average temperatures barely above freezing, while the warmest months are January and February, with average highs in the mid-teens.