Akita's winters are chilly, with temperatures often dropping below freezing from January to March. Spring brings gradual warming, with April and May experiencing mild highs around 20-28°C. Summer months of June to August are warm to hot, with July being the hottest, but temperatures rarely exceed 37°C. Autumn is characterized by a return to cooler temperatures, with September and October experiencing some warmth before November's chill sets in. Winters return by December, with temperatures fluctuating between freezing and mild highs.