Geography of Charleston
Geography of Charleston: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Charleston
Charleston County 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
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | South Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 32°46′35.4″N 79°55′52″W (32.7765, -79.9311) |
| Population | 150.000 |
| Known for | Antebellum architecture and low country food |
| Local time | 7:56 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | March, April, June, September and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Charleston is a city in South Carolina. Charleston is known for Antebellum architecture and low country food. It has a population of about 150.000.
Right now it is 85°F (30°C) in Charleston with clear sky. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 79°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Charleston 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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 3.4°F above 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. swimming is the strongest bet in Charleston today at 9.7/10. 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 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?
Charleston is a city in South Carolina. Its coordinates are 32.7765, -79.9311. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Charleston right now?
It is currently 85°F (30°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 73% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Charleston?
March, April, June, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Charleston, which has a temperate climate. January, August and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Charleston in?
Charleston observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:56 PM.
How many people live in Charleston?
Charleston has a population of approximately 150.000.
What is the nearest airport to Charleston?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 267 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Charleston?
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 (cities-us) - 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 7:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
