Hradec Králové experiences a continental climate with distinct seasonal variations. Winters are cold, with temperatures often below freezing and occasional drops as low as -19°C in February. As spring arrives, temperatures gradually rise, reaching averages of 3°C by April and 9°C by May, paving the way for warmer summers. June to August is the warmest period, with highs sometimes reaching 33°C, but averages around 17°C. Autumn brings a return to cooler temperatures, with October averaging 7°C and November dropping back down to 3°C before winter's chill sets in again.