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Charleston, United States · Temperate oceanic

Charleston in February: go or not?

Good time. Charleston in February gets 7.4/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 32.78°N · 79.93°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Charleston · February
7.4
9–18°
Temperature
29%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
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The month in detail

What to expect in February

In February, Charleston sees 18.0°C during the day with 6.5h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 29.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. April (8.3/10) is significantly better if possible.

February ranks 8 out of 12 months in Charleston. Compared to January: +4°C daytime, +0.6h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in February

UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
13°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is February the right month?

The best month in Charleston is April (8.3/10), 0.9 pt higher than February.

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Context

Our verdict

Charleston, in South Carolina: 150,000 inhabitants, English colonial city (1670), preserved historic centre, major role in slavery and the Civil War. Regularly ranked among the most beautiful cities in the USA.

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What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.

Country · United States

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 14°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 64%

🏖️ Beach holiday

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location

Where is Charleston ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
United States
Temperate oceanic climate with a 8.3 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
32.78°N · 79.93°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Charleston?
April is the best month with 24.0°C highs, 16.0°C lows, 8.2h of sunshine and 24.0% rainy days. The months of April & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Charleston get in April?
Charleston averages 8.2 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Charleston?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Charleston in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 16.0°C, while afternoon highs average 24.0°C.
Is Charleston good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Charleston scores 5.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Charleston?
January is the most difficult month to visit Charleston, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Charleston in February?
In February, the sea averages 13°C in Charleston: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Charleston in February?
The average UV index reaches 4 in February in Charleston (moderate), with about 10.8h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.