Charleston, United StatesQuick decision
When to visit Charleston?
🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
61°F–75°F 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 °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 43°F | 57°F | 32% | 0.1in | 9.2h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 48°F | 64°F | 29% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 54°F | 68°F | 28% | 0.1in | 10.9h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 61°F | 75°F | 24% | 0.1in | 12.4h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 68°F | 81°F | 38% | 0.1in | 13.0h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 73°F | 84°F | 54% | 0.2in | 12.9h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 77°F | 88°F | 57% | 0.2in | 12.9h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ August | 75°F | 86°F | 64% | 0.2in | 12.1h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 72°F | 82°F | 45% | 0.2in | 11.7h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 63°F | 77°F | 24% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 52°F | 68°F | 25% | 0.1in | 9.9h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ December | 46°F | 63°F | 30% | 0.1in | 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°F, 30% rainy days, 12.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 30°F, 58% rainy days, 12.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 24°F, 31% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 16°F, 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°F. 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°F.
In winter, the average score is 6.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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