About Charleston, IL

Charleston is a city of approximately 21,200 people in Illinois, United States. Located in the Central Time Zone at 39.5°N latitude.

Charleston has a humid continental climate. Average annual temperature is 53°F, with January lows around 20°F and July highs near 86°F. The city averages 36 inches of precipitation per year. The wettest month is typically June; the driest is February.