Poitiers experiences a temperate climate, with cold winters and warm summers. Winters are typically mild, with temperatures ranging from around 0°C in January to 8°C in February, and occasional dips below 0°C. Spring arrives in March, bringing temperatures that gradually rise towards the mid-twenties by April and May. Summer months of June, July, and August are warm to hot, with highs often reaching 30°C or more, while autumn sees a return to milder conditions from September to November.