Raleigh's winters are cool and occasionally cold, with temperatures often below freezing, but averaging around 3-4°C. As spring approaches in March, temperatures rise significantly, eventually reaching averages of up to 14°C by April. Summer months from June to August bring warm to hot conditions, with July and August being the hottest periods, though temperature fluctuations remain moderate, ranging from 13°C to 35°C. Autumn is mild, with temperatures gradually decreasing after September's peak, returning to cooler conditions around November. Winters are relatively consistent in their chilliness, with a narrow range of -5°C to 23°C throughout December and January.