Climate Insights for Columbus Municipal Airport

Aleutians East Borough, North Dakota, United States

Hottest
July
28°C peak
Coldest
February
-16°C low
Wettest
June
83mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Columbus Municipal Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 461mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 83mm of rainfall. Columbus Municipal Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to -16°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 81cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -6° Average: -11° Min: -15° Feb Max: -6° Average: -12° Min: -16° Mar Max: 3° Average: -4° Min: -8° Apr Max: 11° Average: 4° Min: -2° May Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 6° Jun Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 12° Jul Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14° Aug Max: 28° Average: 19° Min: 13° Sep Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 9° Oct Max: 12° Average: 6° Min: 1° Nov Max: 3° Average: -3° Min: -6° Dec Max: -5° Average: -9° Min: -13°
Max
Average
Min

Columbus Municipal Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. February brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°C and an average temperature of -12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 9mm Feb Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 13mm Apr Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 15mm May Precipitation: 64mm Snow: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 83mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 51mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 5mm Nov Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 12mm Dec Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 16mm
Precipitation
Snow

Columbus Municipal Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 461mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 83mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 12mm. That's 71mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 81cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 22km/h Feb Wind Speed: 23km/h Mar Wind Speed: 24km/h Apr Wind Speed: 25km/h May Wind Speed: 23km/h Jun Wind Speed: 23km/h Jul Wind Speed: 21km/h Aug Wind Speed: 21km/h Sep Wind Speed: 23km/h Oct Wind Speed: 23km/h Nov Wind Speed: 23km/h Dec Wind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed

Columbus Municipal Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Columbus Municipal Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Columbus Municipal Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -8 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 120mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 184mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -6 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 108mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Expect around 18cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -16 to -5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Expect around 34cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -11°
Feb -12°
Mar -4°
Apr
May 13°
Jun 18°
Jul 21°
Aug 19°
Sep 14°
Oct
Nov -3°
Dec -9°

The best time to visit Columbus Municipal Airport is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 61mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -16°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Columbus Municipal Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-15 °C
-6 °C
22 km/h
12 mm
9 cm
Feb
-16 °C
-6 °C
23 km/h
13 mm
9 cm
Mar Current
-8 °C
3 °C
24 km/h
21 mm
13 cm
Apr
-2 °C
11 °C
25 km/h
35 mm
15 cm
May
6 °C
20 °C
23 km/h
64 mm
1 cm
Jun
12 °C
25 °C
23 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Sep
9 °C
22 °C
23 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Oct
1 °C
12 °C
23 km/h
33 mm
5 cm
Nov
-6 °C
3 °C
23 km/h
23 mm
12 cm
Dec
-13 °C
-5 °C
22 km/h
23 mm
16 cm
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