🇺🇸 Charleston vs New York 🇺🇸

Charleston, United States vs New York, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Charleston is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 75 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Charleston🇺🇸 New York
Avg annual high23°C17°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)July (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (6°C low)January (-3°C low)
Rainy days / year199124
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitApril, October, NovemberMay, September, October

🇺🇸 Charleston

Best around April, October, November. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

🇺🇸 New York

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (30°C), coldest lows in January (-3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Charleston or New York warmer?

Charleston is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Charleston or New York?

Charleston is rainier — New York sees about 75 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Charleston vs New York?

Charleston is best around April, October, November; New York is best around May, September, October.

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