Best time to visit Charleston

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When is the best time to visit Charleston?

The best time to visit Charleston is April and May based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

  • 57°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Charleston57
    Jan
  • 59°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Charleston59
    Feb
  • 66°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Charleston66
    Mar
  • 73°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Charleston73
    Apr
  • 81°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Charleston81
    May
  • 86°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Charleston86
    Jun
  • 88°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Charleston88
    Jul
  • 88°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Charleston88
    Aug
  • 82°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Charleston82
    Sep
  • 75°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Charleston75
    Oct
  • 68°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Charleston68
    Nov
  • 61°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Charleston61
    Dec

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The weather guide for South Carolina (Charleston) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Which is the hottest month in Charleston?

The hottest time of year in Charleston is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 88°F with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Charleston?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Charleston with 7.3 inches on average. There are normally 13 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Charleston?

The sunniest time of year in Charleston is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 70% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Charleston?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Charleston in August when the water temperature reaches 82°F.

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