Summers in the West Bank are long and warm. Southern areas around Hebron can reach 35°C (95°F) during August, although the weather is a little cooler as you head north. At the other extreme, winters can be cold and wet, although snow is rare. Spring and autumn bring pleasant weather with highs around 23°C (74°F). The Gaza Strip suffers from high humidity at the height of summer but is pleasant for the rest of the year.