Hunting Island State Park Travel Guide
Hunting Island State Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 83°F (28°C) in Hunting Island State Park with overcast. It feels like 96°F. Today runs from 74°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 34%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - 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 91°F is 5°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 9.1/10. 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.
Map of Hunting Island State Park
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Coordinates: 32°22′32.5″N 80°26′18.2″W (32.3757, -80.4384)
Weather in Hunting Island State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:46 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 91° / 74°
Heavy rain · 34% rain · wind 17 mph
🌧️ 90° / 76°
Heavy drizzle · 13% rain · wind 16 mph
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 | 7:46 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | March, April, June, September and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Hunting Island State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hunting Island State Park.
Best time to visit Hunting Island State Park
Go in March, April, June, September and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, August and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, August and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Hunting Island State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport | ATL | 247 mi | Atlanta |
| Orlando International Airport | MCO | 277 mi | Orlando |
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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 83°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 3 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 7:46 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 23, 2026 at 7:46 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
