February weather forecastColumbus, OH

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February

Weather in February

The weather in February sees a slight increase in temperatures. Moving from January’s freezing conditions, the high in February reaches up to 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low falls to a chilly 24.3°F (-4.3°C). However, snowfall does continue with 3.31" (84mm) throughout the month. Puddles are a common sight since the region sees about nine rainy days in February. Remember to carry an umbrella to avoid getting soaked in the rain.

Temperature

February's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) from January's 33.4°F (0.8°C). An average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is recorded during the nights in February.

Humidity

In Columbus, Ohio, the average relative humidity in February is 81%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in February, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Columbus, Ohio, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Columbus, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 43min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 4.5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in February, in Columbus, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

The average relative humidity in February is 81%.

In February, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout February, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

In February, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout February, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated.

In February, the average day length is 10h and 43min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:23 pm EST.

In February, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

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

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average high temperature in February: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average pressure in February: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average wind speed in February: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average humidity in February: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average rainfall in February: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average snowfall in February: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average snowfall days in February: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average sunshine days in February: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in February
Columbus, OH

  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average cloud cover in February: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in February
Columbus, OH

  • Average visibility in February: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).