Which is the hottest month in Charleston?

The hottest time of year in Charleston is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C 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 185mm 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 28°C.

Best time to visit Charleston

Q: 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. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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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
Jan
59
Feb
66
Mar
73
Apr
81
May
86
Jun
88
Jul
88
Aug
82
Sep
75
Oct
68
Nov
61
Dec

Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Feb
8
Mar
9
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9
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9
Jun
9
Jul
8
Aug
7
Sep
7
Oct
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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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