Carolina Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Carolina temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 37°C (99°F) in September to a very warm 32°C (90°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 24°C (75°F) in September to 22°C (72°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Carolina experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1590 mm (63 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Carolina bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 288 mm (11 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 2.4 mm (0.1 in) over 14 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Carolina Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Carolina, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 4.0 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Carolina.

The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 85%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 50%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year