Guiyang's winters are typically cool and occasionally cold, with temperatures often below freezing, especially in January. Spring brings mild temperatures, gradually warming up as the season progresses, with March marking a significant increase. Summer is warm to hot, with July and August being the hottest months, but even then, temperatures rarely soar above 34°C. Autumn is characterized by moderate temperatures, similar to spring, with a slight drop in temperature towards November. Winter returns, cooling down to near-freezing levels again by December.