Congaree National Park in October
In October, Congaree National Park averages a high of 77°F and a low of 53°F, with 3.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 23,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 17 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 77° / 53°F
- Precipitation
- 3.4in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 11h 17m
- Visitors
- 23,000
- Crowds
- Busy
October is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with busy crowds.
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 October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Parkway | 66° / 41° | Very busy | Mild |
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 69° / 44° | Very busy | Mild |
| Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | 73° / 51° | Busy | Mild |
| Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park | 71° / 51° | Moderate | Mild |
| Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve | 80° / 66° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Congaree National Park on nps.gov
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