Climate normals · 1970–2000
Columbia Climate
Columbia is a city in United States (SC) with a population of about 142,416. Its average annual temperature is 17.5°C (64°F), with roughly 1165 mm of rain per year.
17.5°C
Avg Temp
1165
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Columbia Climate
Columbia has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F) and receives about 1165 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.5°C
Avg Temp
1165
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 44° | 115 mm |
| February | 9° / 48° | 92 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 114 mm |
| April | 17° / 63° | 72 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 80 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 115 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 126 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 118 mm |
| September | 24° / 75° | 96 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 79 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 74 mm |
| December | 9° / 47° | 84 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Columbia
The most comfortable months to visit Columbia are typically May, October and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Columbia are typically May, October and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Columbia, United States has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C and about 1165 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Columbia average about 34°C (93°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.