Congaree National Park Weather Forecast
Congaree National Park weather: 83°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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 83°F (29°C) in Congaree National Park with overcast. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 68°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - 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 warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is 7.7°F above 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. family time is the strongest bet in Congaree National Park 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.
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Weather in Congaree National Park right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:51 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Congaree National Park
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 95° / 68° | 1% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light rain | 93° / 74° | 23% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ⛈️ Violent showers | 95° / 72° | 63% · 0,6 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 72° | 80% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 84° / 71° | 60% · 0,3 in | 6 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 94° / 73° | 21% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 75° | 9% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 99° / 77° | 11% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 97° / 75° | 17% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 100° / 74° | 30% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 103° / 77° | 20% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light showers | 94° / 76° | 15% · 0,2 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 75° | 23% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 95° / 73° | 31% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 98° / 75° | 35% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 100° / 77° | 21% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 7 |
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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Air quality and pollen in Congaree National Park
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
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Best time to visit Congaree National Park
Go in April, June, September, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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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 83°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 51% 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 10:51 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 10:51 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
