Charleston & the Lowcountry
Pastel townhouses behind wrought-iron gates, shrimp and grits that taste like the coast agreed to cooperate with the kitchen, and a horse-drawn carriage clopping past it all.
The best time to visit Charleston & the Lowcountry is Mar–May, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 25°C (76°F). Local time there is 01:14 (UTC-4).
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The year at a glance
March · high 21°C · rain 95mm · 11.9h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C60°F | 93mm3.7in | 10.2h10.2h | |
| February | 18°C65°F | 90mm3.5in | 11.0h11.0h | |
| March | 21°C70°F | 95mm3.7in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 24°C76°F | 100mm3.9in | 13.0h13.0h | in the recommended window |
| May | 28°C83°F | 75mm3.0in | 13.8h13.8h | in the recommended window |
| June | 30°C86°F | 158mm6.2in | 14.3h14.3h | |
| July | 32°C89°F | 166mm6.5in | 14.1h14.1h | |
| August | 31°C88°F | 178mm7.0in | 13.4h13.4h | |
| September | 29°C84°F | 168mm6.6in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| October | 25°C77°F | 67mm2.6in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| November | 20°C67°F | 80mm3.1in | 10.4h10.4h | in the recommended window |
| December | 17°C62°F | 127mm5.0in | 10.0h10.0h |
Good to know
- Currency
- USDUnited States dollar
- Language
- English
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Charleston & the Lowcountry?
The best time to visit Charleston & the Lowcountry is Mar–May, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 25°C (76°F).
How warm does Charleston & the Lowcountry get?
Typical daytime highs in Charleston & the Lowcountry are Mar–May 25°C (76°F), Jun–Aug 31°C (88°F), Sep–Nov 25°C (76°F), Dec–Feb 17°C (62°F).
Is Charleston & the Lowcountry expensive?
On the ground, Charleston & the Lowcountry is middling.
What sort of trip is Charleston & the Lowcountry good for?
Charleston & the Lowcountry is good for food and drink, history and culture, relaxing holidays, beach and sun holidays.
How rainy is Charleston & the Lowcountry?
The wettest month in Charleston & the Lowcountry is August at 178mm (7.0in), the driest October at 67mm (2.6in), with a monthly average of 116mm (4.6in).
What plug do I need for Charleston & the Lowcountry?
Charleston & the Lowcountry uses type A, B sockets at 120 V.
