The Midwest experiences cold winters and warm summers due to its latitude and lack of oceanic temperature moderation.

The Midwest is located at higher latitudes, meaning it is farther from the equator and receives less direct sunlight during the winter, resulting in cold temperatures. Unlike coastal areas, the Midwest is landlocked, which means there are no large bodies of water to help moderate temperature fluctuations. This causes the region to experience more extreme temperature differences between seasons, with hot summers and cold winters. The combination of latitude and isolation from oceanic influences leads to this continental climate.