Climate Comfort Score
67/100
Good
NOAA 1991–2020 normals 52°F annual avg Public-domain federal data
Columbus Ohio State Univ, OH Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991–2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
The climate verdict for Columbus Ohio State Univ
Columbus Ohio State Univ, Ohio averages 52°F a year and scores 67/100 on the comfort index — good, milder than 51% of U.S. cities.
- 52°F
- annual average temperature (NOAA normal)
- 67/100
- comfort score — milder than 51% of U.S. cities
- 35.8"
- annual precipitation
Based on NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020) — 30-year averages describing the typical year, not a forecast.
Avg Temperature
52°F (11°C)
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
43°F
Annual Precip
35.8"
Comfort Score
67/100
Good
Avg Annual Temperature
52°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
35.8"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Columbus Ohio State Univ) 67.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Good for the Columbus Ohio State Univ area.
How Columbus Ohio State Univ compares to every U.S. city
Columbus Ohio State Univ's comfort score vs. all U.S. cities
PlainClimate composite comfort index (1–100), NOAA 1991–2020 normals
67 Top 49% higher than 51% of 6,915 US cities
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Source NOAA U.S. Climate Normals — PlainClimate comfort index · 1991–2020
Warming context for Columbus Ohio State Univ
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Columbus Ohio State Univ 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 | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 21°F (-6°C) | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.2" | 25.4 | 0.0 |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 23°F (-5°C) | 32°F (0°C) | 1.9" | 23.2 | 0.0 |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 31°F (-1°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0" | 18.4 | 0.0 |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5" | 5.3 | 0.0 |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 51°F (11°C) | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9" | 0.3 | 0.4 |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 60°F (16°C) | 71°F (22°C) | 4.0" | 0.0 | 3.6 |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 64°F (18°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7" | 0.0 | 6.2 |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 62°F (17°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0" | 0.0 | 3.9 |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0" | 0.0 | 2.4 |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5" | 2.7 | 0.1 |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 34°F (1°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4" | 14.0 | 0.0 |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 26°F (-3°C) | 33°F (1°C) | 2.5" | 23.0 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January 2.2"
10.9 days with precipitation
February 1.9"
9.9 days with precipitation
March 3.0"
11.0 days with precipitation
April 3.5"
12.9 days with precipitation
May 3.9"
14.1 days with precipitation
June 4.0"
12.8 days with precipitation
July 3.7"
10.7 days with precipitation
August 3.0"
10.2 days with precipitation
September 3.0"
9.4 days with precipitation
October 2.5"
10.8 days with precipitation
November 2.4"
9.6 days with precipitation
December 2.5"
10.5 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
October 23
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
April 22
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
5,486
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
919
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
What Columbus Ohio State Univ's climate means for you
Columbus Ohio State Univ runs 52°F a year — peaking in July, coldest in January.
- Energy bills track 5,486 heating and 919 cooling degree days a year — higher means the furnace or AC runs more.
- Comparing places to live? Line this city up against nearby cities and the national rankings. See rankings
These are 30-year NOAA normals (1991–2020) — the typical year, not a forecast for any specific season.
Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Columbus Ohio State Univ, OH
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Columbus Ohio State Univ, Ohio as a location with an annual average temperature of 52°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 62°F to a mean daily low of 43°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USW00004804, 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. Columbus Ohio State Univ receives roughly 35.8 inches of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near April 22 and the first fall freeze near October 23. For energy use, 5,486 heating degree days and 919 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Columbus Ohio State Univ scores 67/100 (Good), 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 Columbus Ohio State Univ, OH? ▼
The average annual temperature in Columbus Ohio State Univ, Ohio is 52°F. The warmest month averages 84°F (29°C) and the coldest averages 21°F (-6°C).
How much rain does Columbus Ohio State Univ get? ▼
Columbus Ohio State Univ receives 35.8 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Columbus Ohio State Univ? ▼
Columbus Ohio State Univ has a climate comfort score of 67/100 (Good). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Columbus Ohio State Univ? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Columbus Ohio State Univ.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Columbus Ohio State Univ? ▼
Columbus Ohio State Univ has 5,486 heating degree days and 919 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 Columbus Ohio State Univ 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 USW00004804. 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: USW00004804. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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