Charleston weather in March

March in Charleston: nice, a little rain — an excellent time to visit.

#3 of 12 months in Charleston · #120 of 604 destinations to visit in March · comfort 85/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Charleston climate normals — March

Daytime high20°C / 68°F😎 nice
Nighttime low13°C / 55°F
Feels like (high)20°C / 68°F
Rainfall71 mm / 2.8 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days7 days
Humidity73%💧 humid
Dew point11°C / 52°F
Sunshine8.8 h/day
Daylight12 h
Wind21 km/h / 13 mph
Air quality (US AQI)53🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Charleston in March — FAQ

Is March a good time to visit Charleston?
March in Charleston: nice, a little rain — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #3 of 12 months for Charleston on SeasonMap's comfort score (85/100).
What is the weather like in Charleston in March?
In March, Charleston averages a daily high of 19.9°C and a low of 12.9°C, with about 70.8 mm of rain over roughly 7.2 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Charleston in March?
Charleston has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 53 in March.

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