Water Temperature of the Cooper River in Charleston, SC
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 3:42 AM EST
Today's Tides
Low: February 1, 12:54 AM, -1.1 ft
High: February 1, 7:23 AM, 5.9 ft
Low: February 1, 1:42 PM, -0.7 ft
High: February 1, 7:45 PM, 5.1 ft
Temperature Locations
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Local Points of Interest
Charleston Harbor; Hog Island Channel; Shutes Folly Island; Folly Island Channel; South Channel; Wando River; Waterfront ParkStation Name: Charleston
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents
Elevation Above Sea Level: 10 feet
Sensor Depth: -7 feet
Nearest Address:
172–182 Concord St
Charleston, SC 29401
Charleston County
GPS Coordinates: 32.781700, -79.925003
Nearby Water Temperatures
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Cooper River, Mount Pleasant, SC (1.7 mi)
Cooper River, North Charleston, SC (5.4 mi)
Wando River, Mount Pleasant, SC (5.6 mi)
Ashley River, North Charleston, SC (6.8 mi)
Cooper River, North Charleston, SC (7.8 mi)
Wando River, Charleston, SC (11.3 mi)
Cooper River, Goose Creek, SC (13.9 mi)
Cooper River, Moncks Corner, SC (16.2 mi)
Ashley River, Summerville, SC (16.5 mi)
Atlantic Ocean, Isle of Palms, SC (17.8 mi)
Cooper River, Goose Creek, SC (19.1 mi)
Chicken Creek, Goose Creek, SC (19.1 mi)
West Branch Cooper River, Moncks Corner, SC (21.6 mi)
Weather for Charleston, South Carolina
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Sun
H: 41°F
L: 22°F

Mon
H: 47°F
L: 25°F

Tue
H: 53°F
L: 33°F

Wed
H: 53°F
L: 48°F

Thu
H: 47°F
L: 40°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.95 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.15 μg/m3
Ozone: 73 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:33 AM
Sunset: 5:52 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 38 mins
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 7:11 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:19 PM - 3:49 PM
Minor Periods
5:17 PM - 6:47 PM6:41 AM - 8:11 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills in the single digits above zero this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills in the lower to mid teens tonight. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Georgia and southeast South Carolina. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 9 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 2 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills in the single digits above zero this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills in the lower to mid teens tonight. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Georgia and southeast South Carolina. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 9 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 1 at 12:39AM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:39 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM
* WHAT...Light snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Charleston, Dorchester, Inland Berkeley, and Tidal Berkeley Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will remain slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions.
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 2 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills in the single digits above zero this morning. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts up to 30 knots and waves 2 to 3 feet. For the Cold Weather Advisory tonight, very cold wind chills in the lower to mid teens. * WHERE...Inland Berkeley County. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Lake Wind Advisory, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 9 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on Lake Moultrie will create hazardous conditions for small craft. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The combination of gusty winds and sub-freezing temperatures may result in areas of freezing spray over the lake and along the lakeshore.
Boaters on Lake Moultrie should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills in the single digits above zero this morning. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts up to 30 knots and waves 2 to 3 feet. For the Cold Weather Advisory tonight, very cold wind chills in the lower to mid teens. * WHERE...Inland Berkeley County. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Lake Wind Advisory, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 9 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on Lake Moultrie will create hazardous conditions for small craft. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The combination of gusty winds and sub-freezing temperatures may result in areas of freezing spray over the lake and along the lakeshore.
Boaters on Lake Moultrie should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Lake Wind Advisory issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills in the single digits above zero this morning. For the Lake Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 knots with gusts up to 30 knots and waves 2 to 3 feet. For the Cold Weather Advisory tonight, very cold wind chills in the lower to mid teens. * WHERE...Inland Berkeley County. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Lake Wind Advisory, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 9 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on Lake Moultrie will create hazardous conditions for small craft. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The combination of gusty winds and sub-freezing temperatures may result in areas of freezing spray over the lake and along the lakeshore.
Boaters on Lake Moultrie should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 1 at 12:39AM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:39 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM
* WHAT...Light snow. Additional minor accumulations possible. * WHERE...In Georgia, Jenkins and Screven Counties. In South Carolina, Allendale, Coastal Colleton, Hampton, and Inland Colleton Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will remain slick and hazardous.
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.39 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.85 μg/m3
Ozone: 75.04 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:33 AM
Sunset: 5:52 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 38 mins
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 7:11 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:19 PM - 3:49 PM
Minor Periods
5:17 PM - 6:47 PM6:41 AM - 8:11 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.22 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.29 μg/m3
Ozone: 72.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:33 AM
Sunset: 5:53 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 40 mins
Moon Transit: 12:52 AM
Moonset: 7:48 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:22 AM - 2:52 AM2:11 PM - 4:41 PM
Minor Periods
6:26 PM - 7:56 PM7:18 AM - 8:48 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 12.21 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.77 μg/m3
Ozone: 69.8 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:33 AM
Sunset: 5:54 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 41 mins
Moon Transit: 1:42 AM
Moonset: 8:20 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 96.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
1:12 AM - 3:42 AM2:59 PM - 5:29 PM
Minor Periods
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM7:50 AM - 9:20 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.3 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.05 μg/m3
Ozone: 82.04 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:33 AM
Sunset: 5:55 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 43 mins
Moon Transit: 2:28 AM
Moonset: 8:48 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 90.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
1:58 AM - 4:28 AM3:43 PM - 6:13 PM
Minor Periods
8:32 PM - 10:02 PM8:18 AM - 9:48 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 17.53 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.91 μg/m3
Ozone: 49.15 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:33 AM
Sunset: 5:56 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 45 mins
Moon Transit: 3:12 AM
Moonset: 9:14 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 83.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:42 AM - 5:12 AM4:26 PM - 6:56 PM
Minor Periods
9:31 PM - 11:01 PM8:44 AM - 10:14 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
