February weather forecast
Columbia, MO

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The iconic and famed historical columns in Columbia, Missouri

Weather in February

Bridging the gap between the harsh winter and the mild spring, February's weather slightly softens the severe cold experienced in January, bringing a small but noticeable change. In Columbia, this month features the last vestiges of snowfall, occurring in and around 5.3 days, as the city prepares for the impending spring. Increased daylight hint at the warmer days to come even as the weather retains its wintry bite. As the city shakes off winter's grasp, the end of the month hints at March's budding spring air. Despire the cold weather, Columbia's robust community life keeps the spirits high.

Temperature

Columbia's average high-temperature marks a still wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C) with the advent of February, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. During the nights in February, Columbia experiences a consistent average temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Columbia, in February, during 5.3 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 17 days and aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbia, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in February transforms into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during February are 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in February in Columbia?

In Columbia, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in February?

In Columbia, in February, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in February?

In Columbia, during February, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Columbia, MO

Average temperature in February - Columbia, MO
  • Average high temperature in February: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in February
Columbia, MO

Average pressure in February - Columbia, MO
  • 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Columbia, MO

Average wind speed in February - Columbia, MO
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in February
Columbia, MO

Average humidity in February - Columbia, MO
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in February
Columbia, MO

Average rainfall in February - Columbia, MO
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in February
Columbia, MO

Average rainfall days in February - Columbia, MO
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in February
Columbia, MO

Average snowfall in February - Columbia, MO
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Columbia, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Columbia, MO

Average sunshine days in February - Columbia, MO
  • Average sunshine days in February: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.6 days).

Average UV index in February
Columbia, MO

Average UV index in February - Columbia, MO
  • 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
Columbia, MO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Columbia, MO

Average visibility in February - Columbia, MO
  • 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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