Winters in Minot are harsh and cold, with temperatures often dropping below -30°C in January and February. The coldest months are typically December and January, with average temperatures ranging from -6°C to -16°C. Spring arrives slowly, with March temperatures gradually warming up to around 1°C on average, but still quite cool. Summer is mild, with July and August being the warmest months, averaging highs of around 23-24°C. Autumn brings a return to cooler temperatures, with October experiencing average highs in the single digits Celsius before dropping again in November and December.