Skiing and snowboarding are peak activities in the Rockies and the Northeast.
Summer in the USA is defined by heat, high humidity in the east, and dry heat in the west. It is the peak time for travel and outdoor recreation.
Many Americans consider Autumn their favorite season due to the cooling temperatures and the dramatic change in scenery.
The United States, due to its vast geographical expanse spanning approximately 2,500 miles in latitude and 3,000 miles in longitude, experiences a remarkable diversity of seasonal patterns. However, a standard astronomical and meteorological framework defines the four seasons—spring, summer, autumn (fall), and winter—in relation to the calendar months. This paper delineates the official seasonal divisions, their corresponding months, and the climatic and cultural characteristics associated with each period across the contiguous US, Alaska, and Hawaii.