Columbus, NM experiences a semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild winters. Average high temperatures in the summer months reach up to 95°F while temperatures in winter months usually stay above freezing. The city receives an average of 8.9 inches of precipitation each year, most of which is received during the summer season. Strong winds are common throughout the year in Columbus and can make outdoor activities difficult at times. Overall, Columbus enjoys a pleasant climate with warm days and cool nights throughout the year.
Columbus, New Mexico gets 11 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Columbus averages 2 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 298 sunny days per year in Columbus. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Columbus gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 43 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 96 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 29
Rain: averages 11 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 2 inches of snow a year