April · United States
Best time to visit Charleston in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Charleston in April
Average temperature 19°C, 84 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 84 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Charleston scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 19°C, 84 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Charleston's peninsula holds the French Quarter, Rainbow Row, and the Battery, where the Ashley and Cooper rivers meet the harbor.
April holds up well in Charleston — 2nd best month
April averages 19°C (67°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 84 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.8 hours of daylight.
It scores 8.3/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 8.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Charleston in April?
- In April, Charleston averages 19°C, 84 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Charleston?
- April earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Charleston in April?
- Expect about 84 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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