Murakami's winters are cold and relatively short, with January averaging a chilly 2°C. As spring arrives in March, temperatures rise rapidly, often reaching up to 21°C within the month. Summer is warm but not sweltering, with July and August temperatures hovering around 26°C, while September brings a slight cooldown before autumn's return. Autumn, from October to November, sees mild temperatures range from just below freezing to highs of nearly 22°C. The winter months again bring cold temperatures, dipping back down into the negatives by December.