Geography of Congaree National Park
Geography of Congaree National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Congaree National Park
Charleston County is 86 mi to the south-east, Charleston is 86 mi to the south-east, Charlotte is 99 mi to the north and Hunting Island State Park is 100 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 33°47′41.3″N 80°46′55.6″W (33.7948, -80.7821)
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 | 1:33 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, September, October and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
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 73°F (23°C) in Congaree National Park with partly cloudy. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 72°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Congaree National Park is April, June, September, October and November. 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 August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 87°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. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Congaree National Park today at 9.6/10. 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 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 | 87° | 71° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 84° | 65° | 2,4 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).
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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 73°F (23°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 94% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Congaree National Park?
April, June, September, October and November 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 1:33 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 1:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
