Charleston, United StatesQuick decision
When to visit Charleston?
🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
16°C–24°C in April
🌧 Least rain
24% rainy days in April
🌧 Wettest month
January (32%)
📅 Best score
8.3/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Historic District & Rainbow RowMar–May — pastel houses, Battery promenade, cobblestones.
Low Country cuisineYear-round — she-crab soup, shrimp and grits, Husk, FIG.
Folly & Sullivan's beachesMay–Sep — local surf beaches, Morris Island lighthouse.
Spoleto FestivalMay–Jun — international performing arts, 17 days.
Monthly climate data
Charleston weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 6°C | 14°C | 32% | 2.6 | 9.2h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 9°C | 18°C | 29% | 2.7 | 10.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 12°C | 20°C | 28% | 2.4 | 10.9h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 16°C | 24°C | 24% | 3.3 | 12.4h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 20°C | 27°C | 38% | 3.2 | 13.0h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 23°C | 29°C | 54% | 4.2 | 12.9h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 25°C | 31°C | 57% | 4.1 | 12.9h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ August | 24°C | 30°C | 64% | 5.9 | 12.1h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 22°C | 28°C | 45% | 4.8 | 11.7h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 17°C | 25°C | 24% | 2.8 | 10.4h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 11°C | 20°C | 25% | 2.5 | 9.9h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ December | 8°C | 17°C | 30% | 3.7 | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 24°C, 30% rainy days, 12.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 30°C, 58% rainy days, 12.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 24°C, 31% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 16°C, 30% rainy days, 9.4h sunshine/day. Score: 6.8/10.
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FAQ
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April is ideal with 24% rainy days and 24°C. The months of April & May offer comparable conditions.
January is the wettest month with 32% rainy days.
Yes, April is the best month with an average of 24°C.
In winter, the average score is 6.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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