Geography of Charleston County
Geography of Charleston County: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Charleston County
Charleston is 0 mi to the north, Hunting Island State Park is 40 mi to the south-west, Savannah is 83 mi to the south-west and Congaree National Park is 86 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 32°46′35.4″N 79°55′52″W (32.7765, -79.9311)
Quick facts about Charleston County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | South Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 32°46′35.4″N 79°55′52″W (32.7765, -79.9311) |
| Population | 410.000 |
| Local time | 10:36 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | March, April, June, September and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Charleston County is a county in South Carolina. Charleston County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 410.000.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Charleston County with heavy rain. It feels like 79°F. Today runs from 74°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 48%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Charleston County is March, April, June, September and November. The climate is temperate. January, August and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 40°F.
The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 267 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hunting Island State Park, Congaree National Park, Myrtle Beach and Chimney Rock State Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is in line with the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Charleston County today at 9.3/10. 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.
Climate in Charleston County 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 | 56° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 61° | 46° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 69° | 53° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 75° | 60° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 81° | 68° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 86° | 74° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 78° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 86° | 75° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 82° | 70° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 75° | 61° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 68° | 54° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 60° | 46° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Charleston County?
Charleston County is a county in South Carolina. Its coordinates are 32.7765, -79.9311. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Charleston County right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with heavy rain. Humidity is 94% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Charleston County?
March, April, June, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Charleston County, which has a temperate climate. January, August and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Charleston County in?
Charleston County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:36 PM.
How many people live in Charleston County?
Charleston County has a population of approximately 410.000.
What is the nearest airport to Charleston County?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 267 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Charleston County?
Popular options include Hunting Island State Park, Congaree National Park, Myrtle Beach and Chimney Rock State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 22, 2026 at 10:36 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
