Bozeman experiences a dry, continental climate. The climate in Bozeman and the surrounding area receives significantly higher rainfall than much of the central and eastern parts of the state, up to 24 inches (610 mm) of precipitation annually vs. the 8-12″ (20–30 cm) common throughout much of Montana east of the Continental Divide. Bozeman has cold, snowy winters and relatively warm summers, though, due to elevation, temperature changes from day to night can be significant.