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North Charleston Weather in August

August in North Charleston typically sees daytime highs of 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows of 23°C (73°F). As the wettest month of the year, expect more rainfall than other months.

Rainfall in North Charleston in August

As part of the rainy season, North Charleston sees around 16 days of rain in August, with an average of 197 mm (7.8 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in North Charleston in August

August in North Charleston sees highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) overnight. Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. Nights are warm at 23°C (73°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.

Sunshine in North Charleston in August

The city usually sees around 257 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite it being the rainy season.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit North Charleston. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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North Charleston Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C (90°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 197 mm (7.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 257 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
* Data from: Charleston, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in August

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in North Charleston in August

Warm but pleasant conditions in North Charleston in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in North Charleston in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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