Worcester's humid continental climate is
typical of New England. The weather changes rapidly owing to the confluence of
warm, humid air from the southwest; cool, dry air from the north; and the
moderating influence of the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Summers are typically
warm and humid, while winters are cold, windy, and snowy. Snow typically falls
from the second half of November into early April, with occasional falls in
October; May snow is much rarer
