Lafayette experiences a continental climate with significant seasonal variations. Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures often below freezing, especially in January and February when they can drop as low as -27°C. Spring brings mild temperatures, gradually warming up from March to May, with average highs reaching 12°C by May. Summers are warm to hot, with July being the hottest month, experiencing temperatures around 22°C on average. Autumn is cool to mild, with temperatures dropping again in October and November before the cold winter sets in.