Osaka's winters are mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing, and occasional warm days in the mid-teens. Spring arrives in late March, bringing rapidly rising temperatures that can fluctuate wildly between chilly mornings and balmy afternoons. Summer is hot and humid, with temperatures often reaching over 30°C for weeks on end, while autumn brings a welcome respite from the heat, with mild temperatures and plenty of sunshine. In contrast, winter's cooler air returns in late November, ushering in a period of relatively stable temperatures that rarely stray far from the mid-single digits.