City in South Carolina

Things to Do in Charleston

Top things to do in Charleston: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

☀️ 51°F now🕔 7:50 AM local📅 Best: March, April, June, September and November👥 150.000

Things to do in Charleston

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Charleston.

Map of Charleston

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Coordinates: 32°46′35.4″N 79°55′52″W (32.7765, -79.9311)

Weather in Charleston right now

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51°F
Clear sky · feels like 45°F
Humidity79%
Wind9 mph NNE
Gusts16 mph
UV index0.1 · Low
Cloud cover0%
Pressure1019 hPa
VisibilityVery poor · 0 mi
Air quality31 · Good
Sunrise7:30 AM
Sunset6:37 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 91%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:50 AM, Oct 23 local time.

Best time to visit Charleston

Go in March, April, June, September and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, August and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

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Summary

Charleston is a city in South Carolina. Charleston is known for Antebellum architecture and low country food. It has a population of about 150.000.

Right now it is 51°F (10°C) in Charleston with clear sky. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 51°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.2/10 - fair - plan around the weather.

The best time to visit Charleston is March, April, June, September and November. The climate is temperate. January, August and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 40°F.

The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 267 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hunting Island State Park, Congaree National Park, Myrtle Beach and Chimney Rock State Park.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 69°F is 6.3°F below the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Charleston today at 9.5/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Charleston?

Charleston is a city in South Carolina. Its coordinates are 32.7765, -79.9311. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Charleston right now?

It is currently 51°F (10°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 79% and wind is 9 mph.

When is the best time to visit Charleston?

March, April, June, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Charleston, which has a temperate climate. January, August and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Charleston in?

Charleston observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:50 AM.

How many people live in Charleston?

Charleston has a population of approximately 150.000.

What is the nearest airport to Charleston?

The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 267 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Charleston?

Popular options include Hunting Island State Park, Congaree National Park, Myrtle Beach and Chimney Rock State Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 October 23, 2026 at 7:50 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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