February weather forecast
Columbia, IL

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Columbia, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of February manifests an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Throughout February, Columbia encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Columbia are February and November Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Columbia. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 47min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Columbia, the average sunshine in February is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Columbia. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Columbia in February?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Columbia during February are 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Columbia?

In February, the average relative humidity in Columbia, Illinois, is 76%.

What is the driest month in Columbia?

February and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in February in Columbia?

In February, in Columbia, Illinois, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout February, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Columbia?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 5.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Columbia in February?

In Columbia, Illinois, during February, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Columbia?

In Columbia, the average day length in February is 10h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Columbia?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Columbia, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Columbia?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Columbia is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Columbia?

The months with the lowest UV index in Columbia are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in February in Columbia?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Columbia, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Columbia, IL

Average temperature in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in February
Columbia, IL

Average pressure in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Columbia, IL

Average wind speed in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Columbia, IL

Average humidity in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Columbia, IL

Average rainfall in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in February
Columbia, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Columbia, IL

Average snowfall in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Columbia, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Columbia, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in February
Columbia, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Columbia, IL

Average UV index in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Columbia, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Columbia, IL

Average visibility in February - Columbia, IL
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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