Charlotte Weather Forecast
Charlotte weather: 69°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Charlotte weather in March
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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).
Best time to visit Charlotte
Go in April, June and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Charlotte compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Charlotte.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chimney Rock State Park | 81 mi | 57°F | 37°F cooler | 44 in |
| South Carolina | 85 mi | 65°F | +35°F warmer | 40 in |
| Congaree National Park | 99 mi | 65°F | +35°F warmer | 39 in |
| Asheville | 100 mi | 56°F | 38°F cooler | 34 in |
| Buncombe County | 100 mi | 56°F | 38°F cooler | 34 in |
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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 69°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 73% and wind is 3 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 12:16 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 24, 2026 at 12:16 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
