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North Charleston Weather in January

Thinking of visiting North Charleston in January? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.

Rainfall in North Charleston in January

Expect fewer clouds and less rain as the month goes on. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities. Past climate data indicates that roughly 10 days will see rain, totalling around 76 mm (3 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in North Charleston in January

Temperatures in North Charleston in January top out at 15°C (59°F) and drop to 3°C (37°F) overnight. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. Experience the year's lowest temperatures this month, but they are still mild and pleasant.

Sunshine in North Charleston in January

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 181 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, May and November typically offer the best circumstances for North Charleston.

North Charleston Temperature in January

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
76 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
69% *
Sunshine
181 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
56% *
* Data from: Charleston, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

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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 January

Pack for changing conditions in North Charleston in January. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in North Charleston in January

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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