Geography of Hunting Island State Park
Geography of Hunting Island State Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Hunting Island State Park
Charleston is 40 mi to the north-east, Charleston County is 40 mi to the north-east, Savannah is 43 mi to the south-west and Congaree National Park is 100 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 32°22′32.5″N 80°26′18.2″W (32.3757, -80.4384)
Quick facts about Hunting Island State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | South Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 32°22′32.5″N 80°26′18.2″W (32.3757, -80.4384) |
| Established | 1938 |
| Known for | a maritime forest and lighthouse |
| Local time | 10:03 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | March, April, June, September and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Hunting Island State Park is a state park in South Carolina. Hunting Island State Park is known for a maritime forest and lighthouse.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Hunting Island State Park with overcast. It feels like 85°F. Today runs from 75°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 29%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hunting Island State Park 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 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 247 mi away. Nearby highlights include Congaree National Park, Myrtle Beach, Chimney Rock State Park and Blue Spring State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 90°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Hunting Island State Park 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 Hunting Island State 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 | 56° | 41° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 61° | 46° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 69° | 53° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 74° | 60° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 81° | 69° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 74° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 90° | 78° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 86° | 76° | 9,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 82° | 71° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 76° | 62° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 69° | 54° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 60° | 47° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hunting Island State Park?
Hunting Island State Park is a state park in South Carolina. Its coordinates are 32.3757, -80.4384. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hunting Island State Park right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hunting Island State Park?
March, April, June, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Hunting Island State Park, which has a temperate climate. January, August and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hunting Island State Park in?
Hunting Island State Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:03 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Hunting Island State Park?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 247 mi away and Orlando International Airport (MCO), 277 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hunting Island State Park?
Popular options include Congaree National Park, Myrtle Beach, Chimney Rock State Park and Blue Spring State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-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 10:03 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.





