February weather forecast
Columbus, IL

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Columbus, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into February notes an average high-temperature of a still wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 32.7°F (0.4°C) in January. During February nights, Columbus records an average temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In Columbus, the average relative humidity in February is 78%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in February, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.2 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In February, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout February, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 10h and 43min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Columbus in February?

In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Columbus, in February, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In February, in Columbus, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout February, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

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

Average temperature in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average high temperature in February: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Columbus, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Columbus, IL

Average wind speed in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in February
Columbus, IL

Average humidity in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Columbus, IL

Average rainfall in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in February
Columbus, IL

Average rainfall days in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in February
Columbus, IL

Average snowfall in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Columbus, IL

Average snowfall days in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Columbus, IL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Columbus, IL

Average sunshine days in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Columbus, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in February
Columbus, IL

Average cloud cover in February - Columbus, IL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Columbus, IL

Average visibility in February - Columbus, 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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