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Charlotte weather in December

Long-run climate averages for Charlotte, NC in December, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

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December at a glance

In December, Charlotte averages 52°F by day and 35°F at night. The wettest month is usually July.

December in Charlotte averages a daytime high of 52°F and an overnight low of 35°F, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is among the three coldest months of the year here. Across the whole year Charlotte sees roughly 45 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Charlotte forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Charlotte weather by month

what to expect in Charlotte through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Charlotte's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Charlotte by season.

Jan
50°
32°
Cool
Feb
53°
34°
Cool
Mar
61°
40°
Mild
Apr
71°
49°
Mild
May
79°
59°
Warm
Jun
86°
65°
Hot
Jul
89°
70°
Hot
Wettest
Aug
88°
68°
Hot
Sep
80°
62°
Warm
Oct
72°
51°
Warm
Nov
60°
41°
Mild
Dec
52°
35°
Cool

Bottom line: over the last 30 days the European model has been the most accurate forecast for Charlotte, scoring 97/100 on our CheckWeather Score, ahead of the American at 85. See the full US accuracy scoreboard for exactly how every model is tested.

Common questions

How warm is Charlotte in December?
Charlotte averages a daytime high of 52°F in December, with overnight lows around 35°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast - for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is December a good time to visit Charlotte?
The most comfortable time to visit Charlotte is usually March, April, October and November, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Charlotte in December?
The wettest month in Charlotte is usually July. Across the year the city sees roughly 45 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages from ERA5 reanalysis. Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .

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