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Charlotte, NC Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Charlotte, NC?
Charlotte, NC gets 43.6 in of precipitation a year over about 112 rainy days, and about 3.5 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 90°F) and January the coldest (average low 32°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Charlotte, NC has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 52°F in January to 90°F in July. August is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 34° | 55° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 49° | 72° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 68° | 88° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 51° | 73° |
How much rain does Charlotte get?
Charlotte gets 43.6 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 112 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 71% of the US.
August is the wettest month, with 4.3 in. February is the driest, with 3.1 in. June has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to November 9, 2023.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Charlotte got 32.1 in of rain, against a normal of 43.6 in for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 5.3 in.
See where Charlotte ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in North Carolina.
Does it snow in Charlotte?
Yes. Charlotte gets about 3.5 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1978–79, with 15.3 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on February 1, 2026.
From September 2025 to August 2026 the station measured 12.2 in of snow, against a normal of 3.5 in for those months. January 2026 had the most, with 11.8 in.
See where Charlotte ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Charlotte weather by month
Charlotte weather in January
In January, Charlotte averages a high of 52°F and a low of 32°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 79°F (2002) and the record low is -5°F (1985).
Charlotte weather in February
In February, Charlotte averages a high of 56°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 83°F (2026) and the record low is 7°F (1996).
Charlotte weather in March
In March, Charlotte averages a high of 64°F and a low of 41°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 87°F (2026) and the record low is 4°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Charlotte weather in April
In April, Charlotte averages a high of 73°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 91°F (1980) and the record low is 21°F (2007). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Charlotte weather in May
In May, Charlotte averages a high of 80°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 95°F (2019) and the record low is 34°F (1971). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Charlotte weather in June
In June, Charlotte averages a high of 87°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 104°F (2012) and the record low is 45°F (2000).
Charlotte weather in July
In July, Charlotte averages a high of 90°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 104°F (2012) and the record low is 55°F (1972).
Charlotte weather in August
In August, Charlotte averages a high of 88°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 4.3 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 104°F (2007) and the record low is 50°F (2004).
Charlotte weather in September
In September, Charlotte averages a high of 83°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 98°F (2019) and the record low is 39°F (1999).
Charlotte weather in October
In October, Charlotte averages a high of 73°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 99°F (2019) and the record low is 26°F (2001). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Charlotte weather in November
In November, Charlotte averages a high of 63°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 83°F (1974) and the record low is 13°F (2008). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Charlotte weather in December
In December, Charlotte averages a high of 55°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 3.6 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 80°F (2007) and the record low is 4°F (1983).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Charlotte
October is the sunniest month in Charlotte, with estimated sunshine of 60% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 37%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 45% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Charlotte is cloudier than 62% of the US.
Humidity peaks in August at 73% and is lowest in April at 54%.
Wind averages 6 mph over the year, and March is the windiest month at 8 mph.
Charlotte has about 46 days a year above 90°F. Charlotte is hotter than 66% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 42 days a year.
See where Charlotte ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
First and last freeze in Charlotte
The first fall freeze in Charlotte typically comes around November 6, and the last spring freeze around April 1. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 219 days.
Charlotte weather records
These records cover CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS AP during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Charlotte station is 104°F, on August 9, 2007. The coldest is -5°F, on January 21, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 6.9 in of precipitation, on July 23, 1997.
40 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Charlotte
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 55°F and lows near 34°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 72°F and lows near 49°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 88°F and lows near 68°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 73°F and lows near 51°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32° | 52° | 3.5 in | 10 | 6 mph | 66% | 45% | 79° | -5° |
| February | 35° | 56° | 3.1 in | 10 | 7 mph | 64% | 40% | 83° | 7° |
| March | 41° | 64° | 4.0 in | 10 | 8 mph | 58% | 41% | 87° | 4° |
| April | 49° | 73° | 3.8 in | 9 | 8 mph | 54% | 53% | 91° | 21° |
| May | 58° | 80° | 3.4 in | 10 | 7 mph | 61% | 38% | 95° | 34° |
| June | 66° | 87° | 4.0 in | 11 | 6 mph | 62% | 38% | 104° | 45° |
| July | 70° | 90° | 3.7 in | 11 | 6 mph | 70% | 37% | 104° | 55° |
| August | 69° | 88° | 4.3 in | 10 | 5 mph | 73% | 41% | 104° | 50° |
| September | 62° | 83° | 3.7 in | 8 | 6 mph | 71% | 44% | 98° | 39° |
| October | 51° | 73° | 3.2 in | 7 | 6 mph | 69% | 60% | 99° | 26° |
| November | 40° | 63° | 3.3 in | 8 | 6 mph | 63% | 52% | 83° | 13° |
| December | 35° | 55° | 3.6 in | 10 | 6 mph | 68% | 47% | 80° | 4° |
Station: CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS AP, 10 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Charlotte climate questions
How much rain does Charlotte get?
Charlotte gets 43.6 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 112 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Charlotte?
August is the wettest month in Charlotte, with 4.3 in. February is the driest, with 3.1 in.
How many rainy days does Charlotte have a year?
Charlotte has about 112 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 11.
Does it snow in Charlotte?
Yes. Charlotte gets about 3.5 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1978–79, with 15.3 in.
What is the hottest month in Charlotte?
July is the warmest month in Charlotte, with an average high of 90°F.
What is the coldest month in Charlotte?
January is the coldest month in Charlotte, with an average low of 32°F.
What is the record high temperature in Charlotte?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Charlotte station is 104°F, set on August 9, 2007. The record low is -5°F, on January 21, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Charlotte?
October is the sunniest month in Charlotte, with estimated sunshine of 60% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Charlotte?
The first fall freeze in Charlotte typically comes around November 6. The last spring freeze is around April 1.
What is the best time to visit Charlotte?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.