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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Columbus, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Columbus's January weather reaches an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C), making it the coldest month. Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Columbus, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C). The ushering in of February brings an average high-temperature of a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C), closely mirroring the 42.6°F (5.9°C) of January. Weather in February »

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Columbus, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57°F (13.9°C) and 41°F (5°C). An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in February to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April is a pleasant spring month in Columbus, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 68°F (20°C). With the transition into April, Columbus experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in March to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Columbus, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C). May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a pleasant 68°F (20°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Columbus, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 85.6°F (29.8°C). With the start of June, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from May's moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a still warm 85.6°F (29.8°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July is a tropical summer month in Columbus, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 69.8°F (21°C) and 88°F (31.1°C). The warmest time of the year is July, with temperatures averaging a high of 88°F (31.1°C) and a low of 69.8°F (21°C). July's mean heat index is evaluated at a blistering 104°F (40°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Columbus, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C). The transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.5°F (30.3°C), mirroring a close resemblance to July. Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Columbus, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and an average high of 81.7°F (27.6°C). Columbus's average high-temperature in September is a warm 81.7°F (27.6°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 86.5°F (30.3°C) of August. Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Columbus, Kentucky, is an agreeable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.8°F (21°C) and min 51.4°F (10.8°C). Columbus's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C) in September to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is also a moderate month in Columbus, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.9°F (13.3°C) and min 41°F (5°C). Onset of November comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C) in October to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Columbus, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.3°F (8.5°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C). December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Columbus?

With its average high temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

How much does it rain in Columbus?

Throughout the year, in Columbus, Kentucky, there are 158.4 rainfall days, and 38.78" (985mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow in Columbus?

Months with snowfall in Columbus are January through March, November and December.

How many days does it snow in Columbus?

In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

When is the lowest UV index in Columbus?

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

What is the snowiest month in Columbus?

The month with the most snowfall in Columbus, Kentucky, is February, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Columbus?

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year in Columbus.

What is the most humid month in Columbus?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Columbus, Kentucky.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Columbus?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Columbus, Kentucky, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

What is the rainiest month in Columbus?

April is the month with the most rainfall in Columbus. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Columbus?

In Columbus, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Columbus?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Columbus, Kentucky.

When are the longest days in Columbus?

June has the longest days of the year in Columbus, Kentucky, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.

What month has the most sunshine in Columbus?

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, June has the most sunshine of the year in Columbus.

What is the hottest time of year in Columbus?

Columbus registers the average highest temperatures during July, with peaks of 88°F (31.1°C) and lows of 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the driest month in Columbus?

The month with the least rainfall in Columbus, Kentucky, is September, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically collects 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What is the least humid month in Columbus?

The least humid month in Columbus, Kentucky, is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the month with the shortest days in Columbus?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

Average temperature
Columbus, KY

Average temperature - Columbus, KY

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure
Columbus, KY

Average pressure - Columbus, KY

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed
Columbus, KY

Average wind speed - Columbus, KY

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity
Columbus, KY

Average humidity - Columbus, KY

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall
Columbus, KY

Average rainfall - Columbus, KY

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days
Columbus, KY

Average rainfall days - Columbus, KY

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall
Columbus, KY

Average snowfall - Columbus, KY

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days
Columbus, KY

Average snowfall days - Columbus, KY

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Columbus, KY

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Columbus, KY

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days
Columbus, KY

Average sunshine days - Columbus, KY

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index
Columbus, KY

Average UV index - Columbus, KY

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average visibility
Columbus, KY

Average visibility - Columbus, KY

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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