Elmira experiences a moderate climate with cold winters and warm summers. Winters are chilly, with temperatures often below freezing, averaging around -5°C in February, the coldest month. As spring arrives, temperatures gradually rise, reaching averages of 8°C in April and 13°C in May. Summers are mild to warm, with average highs peaking at 22°C in August, before cooling down slightly in the autumn months. In the winter, Elmira's temperatures can drop below -18°C, while summer highs rarely exceed 34°C.