Dartford experiences a moderate climate with temperatures gradually warming up as the year progresses. Winters are generally cool, with average temperatures ranging from 4-7°C, while springs see a slow increase in temperature, reaching an average of 11°C by May. Summers are warm to hot, with July and August being the warmest months, averaging around 18°C. The warmer summer months give way to mild autumns, where temperatures drop back down to averages of around 12°C by October. In the colder months, from November to February, temperatures average between 6-8°C.