Detroit has a continental climate characterised by four distinct seasons. Summers (June to August) are warm and humid, while winters (December to February) are notoriously cold. The city has one of the highest snowfalls of any major US city.

Mid-summer average temperatures can rise as high as 83°F (28°C), while the coldest month, January, usually dips well below freezing. Rainfall is spread fairly evenly throughout the year, with a few inches recorded monthly. Snow usually falls between November and April.

 

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