Current Weather and Forecast in Greenville, SC
South Carolina, United States 🇺🇸
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About the weather in Greenville
Greenville has a humid subtropical climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 89°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 34°. December brings the most rain, on about 9 days, while July is the sunniest, with 11.8 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 124 days.
Greenville climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
Is there snow in Greenville?
Yes - about 2 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated December through February.
How cold does Greenville get in winter?
January nights average 34°F (1°C). Chilly rather than harsh - hard freezes are uncommon.
What is the coldest month in Greenville?
January, with highs of 51°F (10°C) and lows near 34°F (1°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 7°F (-14°C).
When does it rain most in Greenville?
December, at 5.5 inches (139 mm) over about 9 days. June is the driest month, at 3.2 inches (82 mm).
When is Greenville at its hottest?
July, averaging 89°F (32°C) by day and 71°F (22°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 98°F (36°C).
How hot does Greenville get in summer?
July averages 89°F (32°C). Hot afternoons happen but extremes are not the norm.
How many hot months does Greenville have?
Average highs hold at 30°C or above for 2 months of the year. Outside that, January pulls back to 51°F (10°C).
When should I visit Greenville?
Aim for March to May and September to November if you get the choice: the dry season is running but the afternoons are still bearable, and highs average 71°F (22°C) against roughly 9 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in March.