Bari's climate is characterized by mild winters with occasional cold snaps, temperatures often fluctuating between freezing and pleasant. Spring brings gradual warming, with April typically marking the beginning of warmer days, although March can still be cool. Summers are warm to hot, with July and August being the hottest months, while September sees a welcome decline in temperature. Autumn is generally mild, with October and November experiencing temperatures that are reminiscent of spring, albeit cooler. Winters are generally cool, with January and December being the coolest months, but still rarely below 0°C.