The best times to visit Piedmont for ideal weather are

April 2nd to June 10th

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

 

 


Other Piedmont Travel Info

Weather in Piedmont

Temperature

Average temperatures in Piedmont vary greatly. 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 24th 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 Piedmont, 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 91.6°F (33.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.8°F (22.1°C) at night.

Piedmont Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Piedmont 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.

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Piedmont Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Piedmont 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 52.5 41.9 32.7
Feb 56.5 44.7 34.8
Mar 66.4 53.9 43.2
Apr 75.2 62.6 51.2
May 81.5 70.4 60.2
Jun 89.1 78 68.4
Jul 90.2 79.4 70.7
Aug 89.6 78.9 70.4
Sep 83.5 73.1 64.6
Oct 74 62.2 51.9
Nov 63.5 51.9 41.2
Dec 57.1 47 38.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 11.4 5.5 0.4
Feb 13.6 7.1 1.6
Mar 19.1 12.2 6.2
Apr 24 17 10.7
May 27.5 21.3 15.7
Jun 31.7 25.6 20.2
Jul 32.3 26.3 21.5
Aug 32 26.1 21.3
Sep 28.6 22.8 18.1
Oct 23.3 16.8 11.1
Nov 17.5 11.1 5.1
Dec 13.9 8.3 3.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Piedmont are September, October, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early September. For example, on the week of September 3rd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Piedmont? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Piedmont.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Piedmont (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 20% 0 3.8
Feb 22% 0 3
Mar 20% 0 4
Apr 24% 0 4
May 19% 0 3.4
Jun 22% 0 3.7
Jul 25% 0 4
Aug 23% 0 5.4
Sep 14% 0 3
Oct 16% 0 3.1
Nov 17% 0 3.5
Dec 25% 0 5.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 20 0 9.7
Feb 22 0 7.6
Mar 20 0 10.2
Apr 24 0 10.2
May 19 0 8.6
Jun 22 0 9.4
Jul 25 0 10.2
Aug 23 0 13.7
Sep 14 0 7.6
Oct 16 0 7.9
Nov 17 0 8.9
Dec 25 0 14.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Piedmont has some comfortably humid months, with slightly drier months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is February (43.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (58%).

Wind in Piedmont is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.3 MPH or 11.8 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 late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 13.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.7 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Feb 6 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Mar 6.4 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Apr 6.4 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
May 5.7 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jun 5.1 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Jul 5.1 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Aug 4.8 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.3 Light breeze 10.6 Significant breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Dec 5.1 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 47.5%
Feb 43.2%
Mar 43.7%
Apr 44.4%
May 52.2%
Jun 54.1%
Jul 57%
Aug 57.9%
Sep 58%
Oct 54%
Nov 48.1%
Dec 55.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Piedmont?

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 Piedmont, SC, US is October, followed by February 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 Piedmont 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 49.1 in November means 49.1% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Piedmont Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 85.8°F (29.9°C) and 58.9°F (14.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest 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 the most precipitation with 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Piedmont, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.4°F (30.8°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Piedmont to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 59.3°F (15.2°C) and 51.9°F (11.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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