Best Time to Visit Congaree National Park
Best time to visit Congaree National Park: April, June, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Congaree National Park
Go in April, June, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Congaree National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55° | 35° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 62° | 41° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 72° | 49° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 78° | 56° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 82° | 63° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 89° | 70° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 92° | 74° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 88° | 71° | 6,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 85° | 67° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 74° | 55° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 67° | 48° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 58° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Congaree National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Congaree National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston County | 86 mi | 67°F | +34°F warmer | 49 in |
| Charleston | 86 mi | 67°F | +34°F warmer | 49 in |
| Charlotte | 99 mi | 62°F | 35°F cooler | 40 in |
| Hunting Island State Park | 100 mi | 67°F | +35°F warmer | 50 in |
| Myrtle Beach | 109 mi | 65°F | about the same | 49 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 64°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Congaree National Park is a national park in South Carolina. Congaree National Park is a US national park known for old-growth bottomland forest boardwalks.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Congaree National Park with clear. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 48°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Congaree National Park is April, June, September and October. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 210 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hunting Island State Park, Myrtle Beach, Chimney Rock State Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 73°F is in line with the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Congaree National Park today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Congaree National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:20 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 73° / 48°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 11 mph
🌤️ 74° / 50°
Mainly clear · 0% rain · wind 13 mph
Things to do in Congaree National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Congaree National Park.
Quick facts about Congaree National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | South Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 33°47′41.3″N 80°46′55.6″W (33.7948, -80.7821) |
| Established | 2003 |
| Known for | old-growth bottomland forest boardwalks |
| Local time | 1:20 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, September and October |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Congaree National Park?
Congaree National Park is a national park in South Carolina. Its coordinates are 33.7948, -80.7821. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Congaree National Park right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with clear. Humidity is 63% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Congaree National Park?
April, June, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Congaree National Park, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Congaree National Park in?
Congaree National Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 1:20 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Congaree National Park?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Congaree National Park?
Popular options include Hunting Island State Park, Myrtle Beach, Chimney Rock State Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Grayson Highlands State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 1:20 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
