Climate and monthly weather forecastColumbus, NM
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another fresh winter month in Columbus, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 36°F (2.2°C) and max 53.2°F (11.8°C). The months of January and December are noted for their lowest temperatures, with an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C). Weather in January »Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is a moderate month in Columbus, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C). Columbus's transition into February sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in January to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). Weather in February »Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Columbus, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 67.5°F (19.7°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C). March's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) in February to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). Weather in March »Weather in April
April in Columbus, New Mexico, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75°F (23.9°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C). The shift from March to April is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C) to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). Weather in April »Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Columbus, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 82.4°F (28°C). The shift from April to May introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 75°F (23.9°C) to a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C). Weather in May »Weather in June
June, the first month of the summer in Columbus, is a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 70.3°F (21.3°C) and max 92.7°F (33.7°C). Columbus's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in June, with a high of 92.7°F (33.7°C) and a low of 70.3°F (21.3°C). Weather in June »Weather in July
July, the same as June, in Columbus, New Mexico, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 91.2°F (32.9°C) and 73.4°F (23°C). Shifting into July, Columbus records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 91.2°F (32.9°C), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Weather in July »Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Columbus, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 89.6°F (32°C) and 71.8°F (22.1°C). The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a still hot 89.6°F (32°C) from July's 91.2°F (32.9°C) in the average high-temperature. Weather in August »Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Columbus, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.8°F (28.8°C) and min 65.5°F (18.6°C). Columbus's September weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a tropical 89.6°F (32°C) in August to a warm 83.8°F (28.8°C). Weather in September »Weather in October
October, like September, in Columbus, New Mexico, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.1°F (23.4°C) and min 55.6°F (13.1°C). The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C) in September to a still warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). Weather in October »Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is another comfortable month in Columbus, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 62.6°F (17°C). Onset of November comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in October to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). Weather in November »Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Columbus, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C). Temperatures reach their minimum during January and December, recording an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C). Weather in December »Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
Lowest temperatures are observed in January and December, averaging a high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).
Throughout the year, there are 78.3 rainfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December.
In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.
April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.
In Columbus, snow does not fall in April through October.
May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 21%.
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
Columbus reaches its average highest temperatures in June, measuring 92.7°F (33.7°C) at the peak and 70.3°F (21.3°C) at the lowest.
June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 12min of daylight.
The month with the most sunshine is June, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.
July is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 50%.
December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.
Average temperature
Columbus, NM
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (53.2°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure
Columbus, NM
- Average pressure in January:
30.12"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.03"Hg - Average pressure in March:
29.97"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.88"Hg - Average pressure in May:
29.86"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.85"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.92"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.93"Hg - Average pressure in September:
29.95"Hg - Average pressure in October:
29.97"Hg - Average pressure in November:
30.06"Hg - Average pressure in December:
30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed
Columbus, NM
- Average wind speed in January:
7.1mph - Average wind speed in February:
8.6mph - Average wind speed in March:
10.1mph - Average wind speed in April:
11.6mph - Average wind speed in May:
10.9mph - Average wind speed in June:
9.5mph
- Average wind speed in July:
7.9mph - Average wind speed in August:
7.1mph - Average wind speed in September:
7.1mph - Average wind speed in October:
7.8mph - Average wind speed in November:
7.6mph - Average wind speed in December:
7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and September (7.1mph).
Average humidity
Columbus, NM
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).
Average rainfall
Columbus, NM
- Average rainfall in January:
0.31" - Average rainfall in February:
0.31" - Average rainfall in March:
0.28" - Average rainfall in April:
0.16" - Average rainfall in May:
0.24" - Average rainfall in June:
0.51"
- Average rainfall in July:
1.89" - Average rainfall in August:
1.38" - Average rainfall in September:
1.46" - Average rainfall in October:
0.71" - Average rainfall in November:
0.63" - Average rainfall in December:
0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").
Average rainfall days
Columbus, NM
- Average rainfall days in January:
3.6 days - Average rainfall days in February:
3.4 days - Average rainfall days in March:
3.9 days - Average rainfall days in April:
2.7 days - Average rainfall days in May:
3.5 days - Average rainfall days in June:
6.9 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
15.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
13.9 days - Average rainfall days in September:
11 days - Average rainfall days in October:
6 days - Average rainfall days in November:
2.9 days - Average rainfall days in December:
5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (2.7 days).
Average snowfall
Columbus, NM
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days
Columbus, NM
- Average snowfall days in January:
0.8 days - Average snowfall days in February:
0.5 days - Average snowfall days in March:
0.2 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0 days - Average snowfall days in November:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in December:
0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Columbus, NM
- Average daylight in January:
10h and 18min - Average daylight in February:
11h and 6min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 0min - Average daylight in May:
13h and 48min - Average daylight in June:
14h and 12min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 0min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 18min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 18min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 24min - Average daylight in November:
10h and 30min - Average daylight in December:
10h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January:
7h and 12min - Average sunshine in February:
8h and 0min - Average sunshine in March:
9h and 24min - Average sunshine in April:
11h and 42min - Average sunshine in May:
11h and 48min - Average sunshine in June:
11h and 54min
- Average sunshine in July:
11h and 42min - Average sunshine in August:
11h and 48min - Average sunshine in September:
11h and 0min - Average sunshine in October:
7h and 30min - Average sunshine in November:
7h and 24min - Average sunshine in December:
7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days
Columbus, NM
- Average sunshine days in January:
26.5 days - Average sunshine days in February:
23.5 days - Average sunshine days in March:
27 days - Average sunshine days in April:
26.8 days - Average sunshine days in May:
26.5 days - Average sunshine days in June:
19.9 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
10.9 days - Average sunshine days in August:
12.2 days - Average sunshine days in September:
15.2 days - Average sunshine days in October:
24.2 days - Average sunshine days in November:
26.3 days - Average sunshine days in December:
24.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).
Average UV index
Columbus, NM
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover
Columbus, NM
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility
Columbus, NM
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).
