The best times to visit Charlotte for ideal weather are

April 9th to June 3rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Charlotte Travel Info

Weather in Charlotte

Temperature

Average temperatures in Charlotte vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 20th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Charlotte, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 92.4°F (33.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.9°F (20.5°C) at night.

Charlotte Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Charlotte Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Charlotte Perceived Temperature (F)

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Charlotte Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Charlotte Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 54.3 41.2 28.6
Feb 57.8 43.8 30.8
Mar 67.1 52.8 39.1
Apr 75.7 61.6 47
May 82.3 69.7 56.2
Jun 90 77.5 65.3
Jul 91.5 79 68
Aug 90.5 78.3 67.4
Sep 84.8 72.5 61.4
Oct 75.4 61.5 48.2
Nov 64.8 50.8 36.6
Dec 58.5 46.6 34.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 12.4 5.1 -1.9
Feb 14.3 6.6 -0.7
Mar 19.5 11.6 3.9
Apr 24.3 16.4 8.3
May 27.9 20.9 13.4
Jun 32.2 25.3 18.5
Jul 33.1 26.1 20
Aug 32.5 25.7 19.7
Sep 29.3 22.5 16.3
Oct 24.1 16.4 9
Nov 18.2 10.4 2.6
Dec 14.7 8.1 1.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Charlotte are October, May, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early December. For example, on the week of December 3rd there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Charlotte? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Charlotte is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Charlotte.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Charlotte (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 19% 2.1 3.3
Feb 22% 2.6 2.9
Mar 25% 2.6 4.8
Apr 23% 0 4.1
May 19% 0 3.7
Jun 19% 0 3.4
Jul 20% 0 3.6
Aug 20% 0 4
Sep 20% 0 3.4
Oct 15% 0 2.4
Nov 20% 0 3.6
Dec 24% 2 5.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 19 5.3 8.4
Feb 22 6.6 7.4
Mar 25 6.6 12.2
Apr 23 0 10.4
May 19 0 9.4
Jun 19 0 8.6
Jul 20 0 9.1
Aug 20 0 10.2
Sep 20 0 8.6
Oct 15 0 6.1
Nov 20 0 9.1
Dec 24 5.1 13

 

Humidity and Wind

Charlotte has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is February (45.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (60.7%).

Wind in Charlotte is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and February. April’s average wind speed of around 6.3 knots (7.2 MPH or 11.6 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 13.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Charlotte.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.2 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Feb 5.9 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Mar 6.2 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Apr 6.3 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
May 5.6 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Jul 4.7 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Aug 4.4 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.8 Light breeze 10 Significant breeze
Oct 4.9 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 10.6 Significant breeze
Dec 5 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 49.8%
Feb 45.4%
Mar 46.2%
Apr 48.6%
May 55.9%
Jun 57%
Jul 59.7%
Aug 60.6%
Sep 60.7%
Oct 57.7%
Nov 51.4%
Dec 57.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Charlotte?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Charlotte, NC, US is February, followed by June and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Charlotte in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 62.9 in November means 62.9% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Charlotte Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 86.9°F (30.5°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with about 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Charlotte, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.8°F (31.6°C) and 61.1°F (16.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Charlotte to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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