Best Time to Visit Charleston for a City Trip | Weather by Month

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City Trips Potential

94/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

November, April, March

Avoid

June, July, August, September

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Weather

10°C – 28°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Charleston for a city trip is November, April, March, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Charleston

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	61Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	10°	16°	98	8.9	71%	shoulder
February	74Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	11°	18°	76	8.2	66%	shoulder
March	92Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	15°	21°	86	8.9	68%	shoulder
April	93Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	19°	25°	83	7.5	66%	shoulder
May	70Good Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	23°	29°	90	8.5	71%	shoulder
June	40Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	26°	32°	139	10.5	72%	shoulder
July	29Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	28°	33°	137	12.9	73%	shoulder
August	32Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.	27°	33°	143	12.3	75%	shoulder
September	52Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	25°	30°	143	10.1	75%	shoulder
October	89Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	20°	26°	94	7.3	73%	shoulder
November	94Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	15°	21°	76	7.1	73%	shoulder
December	70Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	11°	17°	90	8.7	73%	shoulder