Why does my Nissan Leaf battery drain faster in cold weather?

I've noticed that the range of my Nissan Leaf decreases in the winter months when the temperature drops. Is this a common issue for electric cars and is there anything I can do to optimize the battery performance in colder weather?

Yes, electric cars are susceptible to reduced battery performance in colder temperatures. This is because the chemical reactions within the battery slow down in the cold, resulting in less energy being produced.