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United StatesThe weather in October in Charleston
It's warm in October in Charleston with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Charleston. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Charleston, South Carolina. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2018, Charleston reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Charleston is 26°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 95 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in October for Charleston
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Charleston. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Charleston | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 95 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Charleston with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 16°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Charleston is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Charleston, South Carolina. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Charleston
Temperature in October in Charleston over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Charleston, South Carolina. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Charleston
Total precipitation in October in Charleston over the years
Daily UV index in October in Charleston
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Charleston, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Charleston by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Charleston. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.