Shizuoka's winters are cold and variable, with temperatures ranging from -32°C in February to -31°C in January and December. Spring brings mild temperatures, gradually warming up from an average of 10°C in March to 12°C in April. Summer is warm to hot, with highs often reaching over 30°C, peaking at 36°C in July and August. Autumn is relatively cool, with temperatures dropping back down to around -14°C in October.