Columbus (MS) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Columbus is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months
to mild in the cooler months.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Columbus, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in August to a moderate 12°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 0°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Columbus experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1429 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Columbus shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in April, with an average of 156 mm of precipitation over 9 rainy days. In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 72 mm of rainfall over 10 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Columbus Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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The best time of year to visit Columbus in the United States of America
During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in April and December.
August has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
April tops the wettest month list with 156 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 72 mm of precipitation.
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