When to Columbus
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January is the coldest month in Columbus with frigid temperatures and moderate precipitation. Expect bundled-up weather with highs barely reaching 35°F and overnight lows dropping to 24°F. Indoor activities are preferred during this winter month.
February
February begins to show slight warming trends but remains quite cold with highs of 46°F. This is typically the driest winter month with only 2.4 inches of rainfall. Late winter activities and indoor attractions are still the focus.
March
March marks the beginning of spring with more noticeable warming and highs reaching 55°F. Rainfall increases to 4.0 inches as spring weather patterns develop. It's a transitional month with variable conditions.
April
April brings pleasant spring weather with comfortable highs of 64°F, though it's the wettest month with 4.7 inches of rainfall. Spring blooms are at their peak, making it beautiful despite the frequent showers.
May
May offers some of the most pleasant weather of the year with warm 73°F highs and mild 51°F lows. Rainfall decreases slightly to 4.1 inches, making it excellent for outdoor activities and events.
June
June ushers in summer with warm 82°F highs and comfortable 60°F lows. Rainfall drops to 3.4 inches, making it great for outdoor festivals and activities. The weather is consistently warm and pleasant.
July
July is the hottest month with peak summer temperatures reaching 86°F highs. Despite increased rainfall of 4.3 inches, the warm weather makes it prime time for outdoor events and summer activities.
August
August remains hot with 82°F highs but sees decreased rainfall at 2.9 inches. The combination of warm temperatures and relatively lower precipitation makes it excellent for late summer activities and events.
September
September brings ideal early fall weather with comfortable 78°F highs and the year's lowest rainfall at just 1.9 inches. This is one of the best months for outdoor activities with pleasant temperatures and minimal precipitation.
October
October offers beautiful fall weather with mild 68°F highs and continues the dry trend with only 1.7 inches of rainfall. Fall foliage and comfortable temperatures make this an excellent month for outdoor exploration.
November
November marks the transition to winter with cooler 53°F highs and increasing rainfall to 2.6 inches. Late fall activities are still possible, though warmer clothing becomes necessary as temperatures drop.
December
December brings winter weather with cold 42°F highs and 30°F lows. Rainfall increases to 3.1 inches, often in the form of winter precipitation. Holiday activities and indoor attractions become the main focus.