Cape Charles Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Cape Charles can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Cape Charles can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 0°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Cape Charles is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1151 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 129 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 rainy days. In contrast, February experiences a drier climate, with about 71 mm of rainfall spread across 9 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Cape Charles. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Cape Charles.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 74%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Cape Charles in the United States of America
During the months of May, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 129 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 71 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 282 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
