Climate Comfort Score
92/100
Excellent
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Columbia Univ OF SC, SC Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Columbia Univ OF SC, South Carolina has an average annual temperature of 67°F and a climate comfort score of 92/100 (Excellent). Annual precipitation totals 48.1". Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
67°F (19°C)
Avg High
79°F
Avg Low
54°F
Annual Precip
48.1"
Annual Snow
0.2"
Comfort Score
92/100
Excellent
Avg Annual Temperature
67°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
48.1"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Columbia Univ OF SC) 92.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Excellent for the Columbia Univ OF SC area.
Warming context for Columbia Univ OF SC
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Columbia Univ OF SC captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 37°F (3°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8" | 0.2" | 11.3 | 0.0 |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 40°F (4°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5" | 0.0" | 6.3 | 0.0 |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1" | 0.0" | 2.9 | 0.1 |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 67°F (19°C) | 2.9" | 0.0" | 0.1 | 3.0 |
| May | 87°F (31°C) | 62°F (17°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 3.6" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 12.1 |
| June | 93°F (34°C) | 69°F (21°C) | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 22.2 |
| July | 96°F (35°C) | 72°F (22°C) | 84°F (29°C) | 5.2" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 27.9 |
| August | 94°F (34°C) | 71°F (22°C) | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 25.3 |
| September | 89°F (32°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 15.1 |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3" | 0.0" | 0.1 | 1.8 |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 44°F (7°C) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0" | 0.0" | 3.1 | 0.0 |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9" | 0.0" | 8.9 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 3.8"
Snow: 0.2"
10.9 days with precipitation
February 3.5"
10.1 days with precipitation
March 4.1"
10.1 days with precipitation
April 2.9"
8.1 days with precipitation
May 3.6"
9.1 days with precipitation
June 5.4"
11.7 days with precipitation
July 5.2"
12.0 days with precipitation
August 5.0"
11.4 days with precipitation
September 4.3"
8.3 days with precipitation
October 3.3"
7.1 days with precipitation
November 3.0"
8.3 days with precipitation
December 3.9"
10.3 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
November 16
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
March 16
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
2,016
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
2,595
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Columbia Univ OF SC, SC
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Columbia Univ OF SC, South Carolina as a location with an annual average temperature of 67°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 79°F to a mean daily low of 54°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00381944, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Columbia Univ OF SC receives roughly 48.1 inches of precipitation each year, with seasonal snowfall possible. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near March 16 and the first fall freeze near November 16. For energy use, 2,016 heating degree days and 2,595 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Columbia Univ OF SC scores 92/100 (Excellent), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Columbia Univ OF SC, SC? ▼
The average annual temperature in Columbia Univ OF SC, South Carolina is 67°F. The warmest month averages 96°F (35°C) and the coldest averages 37°F (3°C).
How much rain does Columbia Univ OF SC get? ▼
Columbia Univ OF SC receives 48.1 inches of precipitation annually, including 0.2 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Columbia Univ OF SC? ▼
Columbia Univ OF SC has a climate comfort score of 92/100 (Excellent). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Columbia Univ OF SC? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Columbia Univ OF SC.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Columbia Univ OF SC? ▼
Columbia Univ OF SC has 2,016 heating degree days and 2,595 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Columbia Univ OF SC climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USC00381944. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USC00381944. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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