February weather forecast
Columbia, NC

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Columbia, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The advent of February reveals an average high-temperature of a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Throughout February, Columbia encounters an average temperature drop to an icy 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 77%.

Rainfall

In Columbia, in February, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

February is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 55.2°F (12.9°C) at temperatures under 50°F (10°C) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 55.4°F (13°C) feels frosty.

Daylight

In Columbia, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 54min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average February temperature?

The high-temperature, in February, in Columbia, is 51.3°F (10.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in February?

In Columbia, in February, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

February is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in February, Columbia aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What month is the ocean coldest?

With an average ocean temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C), February is the month with the coldest seawater.

What is the water temperature in February?

In Columbia, in February, the average water temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C). Swimming in 55.2°F (12.9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Columbia?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Columbia, NC

Average temperature in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Columbia, NC

Average pressure in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Columbia, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Columbia, NC

Average humidity in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in February
Columbia, NC

Average rainfall in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in February
Columbia, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Columbia, NC

Average snowfall in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Columbia, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in February
Columbia, NC

Average sea temperature in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average sea temperature in February: 55.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (55.2°F).

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

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

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in February
Columbia, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Columbia, NC

Average UV index in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average UV index in February: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Columbia, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Columbia, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in February
Columbia, NC

Average visibility in February - Columbia, NC
  • 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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