Our verdict
The best time to visit Columbus is April
In summer, the temperature in Columbus can rise as high as 30℃ (87℉). In the winter, temperatures can get down to -11℃ (12℉) around January.
If you’re a sun-chaser and want to visit Columbus when the days are longest, you should visit in August. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Columbus in May – It’s the wettest month of the year.
Continue reading to find out loads more about when to travel to Columbus, then use the handy tools below to search for the best flight and hotel options that are right for you.
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Columbus seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Columbus as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Columbus is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Columbus
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Columbus for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Columbus climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Columbus for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Columbus in January
- Average temperature: -3℃ (28℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (33℉)
- Average low temperature: -6℃ (22℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 59mm (2") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Columbus in February
- Average temperature: -0℃ (31℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average low temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 58mm (2") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Columbus in March
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (49℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 68mm (3") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Columbus in April
- Average temperature: 11℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 81mm (3") over 17 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Columbus in May
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 92mm (4") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in May, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Columbus in June
- Average temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 66mm (3") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Columbus in July
- Average temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 62mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Columbus in August
- Average temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Columbus in September
- Average temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 43mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Columbus in October
- Average temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 61mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Columbus in November
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 56mm (2") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Columbus in December
- Average temperature: 1℃ (35℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average low temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 61mm (2") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Columbus in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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