Congaree National Park in December
In December, Congaree National Park averages a high of 61°F and a low of 37°F, with 3.9 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 18,000 people visit, the 8th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 9 hours 55 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 61° / 37°F
- Precipitation
- 3.9in
- Snow
- 0.1in
- Daylight
- 9h 55m
- Visitors
- 18,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: February (moderate), October (busy) and November (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Wedgefield, SC, 15.7 miles from the park's center, 250 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Parkway | 46° / 26° | Moderate | Cool |
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 50° / 29° | Moderate | Cool |
| Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | 54° / 36° | Moderate | Cool |
| Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park | 55° / 35° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve | 66° / 50° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Congaree National Park on nps.gov
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