Depending on the context, Americans use two different methods to categorize months into seasons: Meteorological Months (Weather-Based) Astronomical Dates (Position of Sun) March 1 – May 31 Late March (Equinox) to late June Summer June 1 – August 31 Late June (Solstice) to late September Fall September 1 – November 30 Late September (Equinox) to late December Winter December 1 – February 28/29 Late December (Solstice) to late March
June, July, August
Winter officially starts on December 1st, though the winter solstice (around December 21-22) brings the shortest day and longest night of the year. December is festive, with holiday decorations and early snowfalls in the north. January is statistically the coldest month for most of the US, bringing blizzards to the Midwest and Northeast, while the Southwest enjoys relatively mild temperatures. February remains frigid but offers a hint of hope with events like the Groundhog Day tradition and the Super Bowl. This season is characterized by indoor gatherings, snow sports, and the struggle against ice and cold.
September, October, November