March 5 is generally a great time to visit Charleston. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Charleston this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Charleston
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Charleston Weather Forecast for March 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.3°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Charleston in March
Based on historical data for March 5, Charleston typically experiences temperatures between 9.8°C and 17.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Charleston
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
48%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Charleston Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 81% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 24 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 36 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 60 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Busy
78/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~107
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Charleston
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:44
☀️ Noon
12:32
🌇 Sunset
18:21
⏱️ Daylight
11h 36m
Wind Speed
21.3 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
8.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Charleston
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Charleston on March 5 averages 17.3°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 92/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Charleston Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
February 27
17.9°C • 17% rain
Score
95
February 28
18°C • 17% rain
Score
94
February 29
18°C • 19% rain
Score
93
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Charleston Worth Visiting on March 5?
Planning a trip to Charleston on March 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.3°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 107 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 15.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.92m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.8°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 4.6°C in 2018.