February weather forecastColumbia, NC
February
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.
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Frequently asked questions
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 10h and 54min
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 24min
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: 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: 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: 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: 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).
