Languages › English as a Second Language Seasonal Vocabulary in English: Quiz and Phrases Share Flipboard Email Henglein and Steets / Getty Images English as a Second Language Vocabulary Basic Conversations for English Language Learners Pronunciation & Conversation Writing Skills Reading Comprehension Grammar Business English Resources for Teachers By Kenneth Beare Kenneth Beare English as a Second Language (ESL) Expert TESOL Diploma, Trinity College London M.A., Music Performance, Cologne University of Music B.A., Vocal Performance, Eastman School of Music Kenneth Beare is an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher and course developer with over three decades of teaching experience. Learn about our Editorial Process Updated on January 21, 2020 In English-speaking countries, the 365-day year is broken into twelve months and four seasons. The month names and dates are the same for all those countries, and so are the season names (spring, summer, fall/autumn, and winter). The seasons are tied to weather conditions, however, so while North America is enjoying summer in June, July, and August, Australians are enjoying winter.Below is listed each season followed by the three months in which that season falls in the Northern Hemisphere.WinterSpringSummerFallDecemberMarchJuneSeptemberJanuaryAprilJulyOctoberFebruaryMayAugustNovemberNotice that both autumn and fall are used with the same meaning in English. Both words are understood in British and American English. However, North Americans tend to use fall. Autumn is used more commonly in British English. The months of the seasons are always capitalized. However, the seasons are not capitalized:Tim went skiing in February last winter.Janice is going to fly to New York next autumn in October.I love taking walks in spring, especially in May.It's going to be a very hot summer this year. Make sure to have an air conditioner in August.Time Expressions with Months and SeasonsInIn is used with months and seasons when speaking in general, but not for specific days:I like skiing in winter.What do you enjoy in summer?OnOn is used with specific days during a month. Remember to capitalize individual months, but not individual seasons:I celebrate my birthday in spring on March 30th.We're meeting with Tom on September 10th.AtAt is used with a time, or period of the year:Many people enjoy spending time together at Christmas.You'll find lots of beautiful flowers at springtime.This / Next / LastThis + season/month refers to the next month or season:I'm going to go skiing this January.We're expecting snow this December.Next + season/month refers to the next month or season:I hope to see you next March.We'll visit our friends next summer.Last + season/month refers to the past year:We bought a new car last April.Sharon took a skiing holiday last winter.Seasonal ActivitiesThere are many traditional activities in the various seasons and months in English. Here are some of the most common activities and phrases associated with each season:Winter is time to stay inside and enjoy the warmth. Here are some activities you might take part in during winter:SnowboardingSkiingIce skatingPutting on your boots and coatsWearing a scarfHaving a snowball fightShoveling the snowCelebrating Christmas, Hanukkah or KwanzaRinging in the New YearKissing your ValentineSinging carolsSpring is known for plants and new beginnings. Here are some of the events we can experience during spring:Flowers bloomingPlants growingTrees sprouting leavesSpring cleaningCelebrating EasterThe summer months are hot and perfect for vacation. Here are some summer activities:Going on vacation (US)Taking a holiday (UK)Having a picnicWearing shirts and t-shirtsHiking and backpackingCampingRoad trippingWearing sandals and flip flopsMowing the lawnAutumn or fall is a time for reflection and harvesting the crops. Here are some fall activities:Drinking apple ciderHarvesting vegetablesPicking fruitDressing up in a costume for HalloweenRaking the leavesCelebrating Thanksgiving 1. We often go skiing in __________, especially during the February school break. winter spring summer fall Correct Wrong 2. My wife and I do our __________ cleaning in March. winter spring summer fall Correct Wrong 3. We ring in the New Year in __________. winter spring summer fall Correct Wrong 4. We are going to take a vacation this summer in __________. August April October May Correct Wrong 5. __________ comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. January December November March Correct Wrong This is a familiar English-language proverb. 6. Tom was born in autumn __________ October 12. in at on between Correct Wrong 7. Shelly shovels snow almost every week in winter, especially in _________ when the snowfall is typically heavy. January March August November Correct Wrong 8. My son always rakes the leaves in __________. winter spring summer fall Correct Wrong 9. It's __________ outside! Put on your coat and wear a scarf. warm humid foggy cold Correct Wrong 10. I turn on my air conditioner during __________. winter spring summer fall Correct Wrong 11. Peter was born in __________ in the month of May. winter spring summer fall Correct Wrong Seasonal Vocabulary in English: Quiz and Phrases You got: % Correct. Share Your Results Share Flipboard Email Seasonal Vocabulary in English: Quiz and Phrases You got: % Correct. Share Your Results Share Flipboard Email