Kansas City experiences a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Winters are typically frigid, with temperatures often below freezing in January and February, although occasional warmer days can occur. Spring brings a gradual warming trend, with March and April temperatures averaging around 9-12°C, while May is significantly warmer, often reaching highs above 25°C. Summer months of June to August are warm to hot, with average high temperatures consistently around 26-27°C. Autumn sees a cooling trend, with September still mild but October and November experiencing a return to chilly temperatures, similar to those in winter.