What is today's weather forecast for Columbia, IA?

Today's forecast for Columbia shows a high of 34 degrees and a low of 19 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly sunny, with a high near 34.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Columbia, IA?

The 7-day forecast for Columbia shows highs from 21 to 35 degrees and lows from -4 to 24 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 2 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Columbia, IA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Columbia this week. Precipitation chances: Saturday (70% chance), Tuesday (30% chance).

How accurate is the Columbia weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Columbia forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Columbia, IA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

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16°F
Feels Like 5°F

Humidity 62% Dew Point 5°F Wind S 8 MPH Barometer 30.2 in.

Visibility 10 mi.

Report from a NOAA weather station 7.3 mi. NNE of central Columbia
at 5:15 PM Thu, Dec 4, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

ThuDec 4

FriDec 5

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SunDec 7

-4

MonDec 8

TueDec 9

WedDec 10

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Variable high temperatures through the week, ranging from 21°F to 35°F. Some precipitation possible, including both rain and snow.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 7°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 37°F with lows around 18°F.

This Date in Weather History

1786 - The first of two great early December storms began. The storm produced 18 inches of snow at Morristown NJ, and twenty inches of snow at New Haven CT. It also resulted in high tides at Nantucket which did great damage.

Columbia, IA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Thursday Dec 4

Night: Partly cloudy, with a temperature falling to near 11 by 8pm, then rising to around 18 during the remainder of the night. Wind chill values as low as -5. South southwest wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Friday Dec 5

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 34. Wind chill values as low as 5. South southwest wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19. West northwest wind 5 to 9 mph.

Saturday Dec 6

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 29. Light and variable wind becoming east southeast 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon.

Night: Snow likely. Cloudy, with a low around 15. East southeast wind 7 to 11 mph becoming northeast after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Sunday Dec 7

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 21.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around -4.

Monday Dec 8

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 27.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 19.

Tuesday Dec 9

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 35.

Night: A 30 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24.

Wednesday Dec 10

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 35.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 12.

Thursday Dec 11

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 27.

About Columbia, IA

Columbia is an unincorporated community in Marion County, Iowa, United States.

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