February weather forecast
Columbus, NC

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Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Columbus, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Columbus's average high-temperature at the onset of February, reaching a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) from January's 47.1°F (8.4°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 34.9°F (1.6°C) during February.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, during February, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.2 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Columbus, in February, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.6 snowfall days, and 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during February, leads to the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Columbus, records 52.2°F (11.2°C), while the low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in February?

The average relative humidity in February is 74%.

How many days does it rain in February?

In Columbus, during February, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in February?

In Columbus, in February, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Columbus?

In Columbus, the average sunshine duration in February is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in February?

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Columbus, NC

Average temperature in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average high temperature in February: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in February
Columbus, NC

Average pressure in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Columbus, NC

Average wind speed in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average wind speed in February: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in February
Columbus, NC

Average humidity in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average humidity in February: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Columbus, NC

Average rainfall in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average rainfall in February: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in February
Columbus, NC

Average rainfall days in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in February
Columbus, NC

Average snowfall in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Columbus, NC

Average snowfall days in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average snowfall days in February: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Columbus, NC

Average sunshine days in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in February
Columbus, NC

Average UV index in February - Columbus, NC
  • 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
Columbus, NC

Average cloud cover in February - Columbus, NC
  • Average cloud cover in February: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in February
Columbus, NC

Average visibility in February - Columbus, 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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