Gothenburg's winters are cold and dark, with temperatures often below freezing point, ranging from -13°C in February to -12°C in December. Spring arrives slowly, with March temperatures still dipping into the negatives but gradually warming up to averages around 4°C by April. Summer is mild and pleasant, with July being the warmest month, averaging a comfortable 18°C, while autumn brings cooler temperatures, ranging from 3°C in November to 4°C in September. The overall temperature trend shows a moderate climate, with little extreme variation throughout the year.