February weather forecast
Columbia, MD

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A beautiful and scenic setting around the waterfront homes at Wilde Lake in Columbia, Maryland
A beautiful and scenic setting around the waterfront homes at Wilde Lake in Columbia, Maryland

Weather in February

Maintaining the winter charm, February in Columbia, Maryland stays cold while inching towards Spring's arrival. A marginal rise in overall temperatures from January is observed along with continued but reduced snowfall. Significantly, February experiences up to 1.81" (46mm) of snowfall, a hint of mellowing winter. A rise in humidity levels enhances the wintry feel, making cold days feel particularly chilly. With a steady increase in daylight hours, the month ends preparing for a more marked shift in weather phenomena.

Temperature

As Columbia steps into February, the average high-temperature is measured at a still icy 42.4°F (5.8°C), displaying minor differences from January's 38.1°F (3.4°C). February witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Columbia is 75%.

Rainfall

In Columbia, in February, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In February, in Columbia, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout February, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Columbia is 10h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Columbia.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Columbia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Columbia in February?

The high-temperature, in February, in Columbia, records 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Columbia?

In Columbia, the average relative humidity in February is 75%.

How much does it rain in Columbia in February?

In Columbia, in February, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Columbia in February?

In February, in Columbia, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout February, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in February?

The average day length in February is 10h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Columbia?

On the first day of February in Columbia, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Columbia?

January and February, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Columbia, Maryland.

How long on average sun shines in February in Columbia?

In Columbia, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in February is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Columbia?

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

What is the UV index reading in February in Columbia?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Columbia, MD

Average temperature in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average high temperature in February: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in February
Columbia, MD

Average pressure in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average pressure in February: 30.07"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).

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Average wind speed in February
Columbia, MD

Average wind speed in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average wind speed in February: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in February
Columbia, MD

Average humidity in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average humidity in February: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in February
Columbia, MD

Average rainfall in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in February
Columbia, MD

Average rainfall days in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average rainfall days in February: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in February
Columbia, MD

Average snowfall in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average snowfall in February: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in February
Columbia, MD

Average snowfall days in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Columbia, MD

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Columbia, MD

Average sunshine days in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in February
Columbia, MD

Average UV index in February - Columbia, MD
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in February
Columbia, MD

Average cloud cover in February - Columbia, MD
  • Average cloud cover in February: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in February
Columbia, MD

Average visibility in February - Columbia, MD
  • 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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