Climate Comfort Score
87/100
Excellent
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Charleston City, SC Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Charleston City, South Carolina has an average annual temperature of 67°F and a climate comfort score of 87/100 (Excellent). Annual precipitation totals 44.3". Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
67°F (20°C)
Avg High
73°F
Avg Low
61°F
Annual Precip
44.3"
Comfort Score
87/100
Excellent
Avg Annual Temperature
67°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
44.3"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Charleston City) 87.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Excellent for the Charleston City area.
Warming context for Charleston City
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Charleston City captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 44°F (6°C) | 51°F (10°C) | 2.6" | 3.5 | 0.0 |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6" | 1.2 | 0.0 |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0" | 0.2 | 0.0 |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 60°F (15°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0" | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6" | 0.0 | 1.5 |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8" | 0.0 | 4.9 |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 82°F (28°C) | 5.1" | 0.0 | 9.3 |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1" | 0.0 | 6.7 |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 78°F (25°C) | 5.3" | 0.0 | 1.7 |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1" | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3" | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 47°F (8°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9" | 1.2 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January 2.6"
8.4 days with precipitation
February 2.6"
8.0 days with precipitation
March 3.0"
7.9 days with precipitation
April 3.0"
7.0 days with precipitation
May 2.6"
6.8 days with precipitation
June 4.8"
10.5 days with precipitation
July 5.1"
11.6 days with precipitation
August 6.1"
11.7 days with precipitation
September 5.3"
8.6 days with precipitation
October 4.1"
6.8 days with precipitation
November 2.3"
6.1 days with precipitation
December 2.9"
8.5 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
December 30
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
February 4
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
1,623
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
2,448
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Charleston City, SC
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Charleston City, South Carolina as a location with an annual average temperature of 67°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 73°F to a mean daily low of 61°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USW00013782, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Charleston City receives roughly 44.3 inches of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near February 4 and the first fall freeze near December 30. For energy use, 1,623 heating degree days and 2,448 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Charleston City scores 87/100 (Excellent), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Charleston City, SC? ▼
The average annual temperature in Charleston City, South Carolina is 67°F. The warmest month averages 88°F (31°C) and the coldest averages 44°F (6°C).
How much rain does Charleston City get? ▼
Charleston City receives 44.3 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Charleston City? ▼
Charleston City has a climate comfort score of 87/100 (Excellent). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Charleston City? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Charleston City.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Charleston City? ▼
Charleston City has 1,623 heating degree days and 2,448 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Charleston City climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USW00013782. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00013782. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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