Verdict: Excellent month
Charleston Weather in October
October hits the sweet spot in Charleston — highs around 24°C (75°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 6 wet days in a typical year. Overall, October is one of the best months of the year to be in Charleston.
Average high
24°C / 75°F
Average low
17°C / 63°F
Rain days
~6
Precipitation
57 mm
What to pack for Charleston in October
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
October against the rest of the year
Warmest in Charleston: Jul (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jan (15°C / 59°F) · Wettest: Aug (~20 rain days)
15°
7°
Jan
17°
9°
Feb
20°
12°
Mar
23°
15°
Apr
26°
19°
May
29°
23°
Jun
31°
25°
Jul
30°
24°
Aug
28°
21°
Sep
24°
17°
Oct
20°
12°
Nov
16°
8°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)