Geography of Charlotte
Geography of Charlotte: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Charlotte
Chimney Rock State Park is 81 mi to the west, South Carolina is 85 mi to the south, Congaree National Park is 99 mi to the south and Asheville is 100 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 35°13′37.6″N 80°50′35.2″W (35.2271, -80.8431)
Quick facts about Charlotte
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 35°13′37.6″N 80°50′35.2″W (35.2271, -80.8431) |
| Population | 880.000 |
| Known for | NASCAR Hall of Fame and banking hub |
| Local time | 2:41 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Charlotte is a city in North Carolina. Charlotte is known for NASCAR Hall of Fame and banking hub. It has a population of about 880.000.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Charlotte with clear. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 69°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 29%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Charlotte is April, June and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 31°F.
The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 232 mi away. Nearby highlights include Chimney Rock State Park, Congaree National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is 6.3°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Charlotte today at 9.1/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Charlotte month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49° | 31° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 56° | 37° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 68° | 46° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 76° | 54° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 79° | 60° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 88° | 68° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 91° | 73° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 86° | 68° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 81° | 63° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 72° | 53° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 64° | 45° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 54° | 36° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Charlotte?
Charlotte is a city in North Carolina. Its coordinates are 35.2271, -80.8431. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Charlotte right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with clear. Humidity is 91% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Charlotte?
April, June and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Charlotte, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Charlotte in?
Charlotte observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 2:41 AM.
How many people live in Charlotte?
Charlotte has a population of approximately 880.000.
What is the nearest airport to Charlotte?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 232 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Charlotte?
Popular options include Chimney Rock State Park, Congaree National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Myrtle Beach and New River Gorge National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 2:41 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
