National park in South Carolina

Current Local Time in Congaree National Park

Current local time and time zone in Congaree National Park, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 59°F now🕔 3:06 PM local📅 Best: April, June, September, October and November

Current local time in Congaree National Park

3:06 PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now7:06 PM
Sunrise7:38 AM
Sunset6:35 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:38 AM
Sunset6:35 PM
Daylight10h 57m
Solar noon1:06 PM
Golden hour (am)7:38 AM - 8:38 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:35 PM - 6:35 PM
Blue hour (am)7:08 AM - 7:38 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:35 PM - 7:05 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 94%
Moonrise8:15 PM
Moonset10:45 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Congaree National Park

TypeNational park
StateSouth Carolina
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates33°47′41.3″N 80°46′55.6″W (33.7948, -80.7821)
Established2003
Known forold-growth bottomland forest boardwalks
Local time3:06 PM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsApril, June, September, October and November
ClimateTemperate

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 59°F (15°C) in Congaree National Park with clear. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 39°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - 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 October. The forecast high of 77°F is in line with the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 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.

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Coordinates: 33°47′41.3″N 80°46′55.6″W (33.7948, -80.7821)

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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 59°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 45% and wind is 3 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 3:06 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 28, 2026 at 3:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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