Population:
47,609
Elevation:
24 feet above sea level
Land
Area:
41.9 square miles
Location:
Located in the southeastern section of South Carolina, approximately 7 miles
from Charleston, SC
Time Zone:
Eastern Time Zone (when it’s noon in Mt. Pleasant, it’s 11am in Chicago and 9am
in Los Angeles). Mt. Pleasant observes Daylight Savings Time from April –
October
Weather:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Average temp. (°F)
47.8
49.6
56.3
63.8
72.0
78.2
81.5
80.4
76.2
67.2
58.8
50.7
High temperature (°F)
56.9
59.3
65.5
72.6
79.9
85.3
88.6
87.4
83.2
75.8
68.0
59.9
Low temperature (°F)
38.7
39.9
46.9
54.8
64.1
71.0
74.4
73.3
69.2
58.7
49.6
41.4
Precipitation (in)
4.2
3.1
4.1
2.8
2.9
5.0
5.0
6.4
5.6
3.6
2.9
3.4
Climate:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Days with precipitation
10
9
10
7
9
11
14
13
10
6
7
9
Wind speed (mph)
9.1
9.8
10.0
9.7
8.6
8.3
7.8
7.4
7.7
8.0
8.1
8.5
Morning humidity (%)
83
82
83
84
85
86
88
90
90
89
86
84
Afternoon humidity (%)
56
52
50
49
53
59
62
63
62
56
53
55
Sunshine (%)
56
59
66
72
68
66
67
64
61
63
59
56
Days clear of clouds
9
9
9
11
8
6
5
6
7
11
12
9
Partly cloudy days
6
6
8
8
11
11
12
13
10
8
7
7
Cloudy days
16
13
14
11
12
13
13
13
13
11
12
14
Snowfall (in)
0.1
0.2
0.1
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.3
Local
Seasons:
At any
given time of year, Mt. Pleasant is in a vacation mode. This gracious southern
town is always ready to offer hospitality and to welcome visitors. Due to it’s
proximity to Charleston, it follows the same seasonal patterns. With the
Atlantic Ocean nearby, a breeze is felt year long. Each season brings a special
feel to this beautiful and peaceful town. Summer do get warm with the daytime
temperature often approaching 90 F but with the evenings dropping into the mid
70’s F, it’s an ideal time for a leisurely stroll during the day or in the
evening. The fall stays relatively warm with temperatures still in the 80’s F.
Winter is a season of change with temperatures still in the comfortable mid 50’s
during the day and the 30’s at night making it just right for sitting by a warm
fire with a comforting drink in hand. Visitors may be treated to a dusting of
snow during this time, but it will melt very quickly. Spring brings a rise in
temperature and more sunshine. Whatever the season, Mt. Pleasant welcomes
visitors with a warm smile and a gentle sea breeze.
How to
Get There:
By Air
Charleston International Airport
500
International Blvd.
Charleston, South Carolina 29418
843-767-1100
The
airport is conveniently located just a short drive from Mt. Pleasant. It is
served by many of the recognized national airlines as well as certain local and
regional carriers.
Ground
Transportation:
Most of
the major car rental companies as well as taxi, limousine, and shuttle services
are available at the airport.
By Car
The main north-south coastal route, U.S. 17, passes through
Mt. Pleasant; I-26 runs northwest to southeast, ending in Charleston. From
there, head north on U.S. 17 to Mt. Pleasant.
By Train:
Amtrak
The nearest Amtrak station is located in nearby Charleston
4565
Gaynor Avenue
North Charleston, SC 29405
800-USA-RAIL
By Bus:
Greyhound
3610
Dorchester Road
Charleston, SC 29405
843-744-4247
How to Get Around:
With so many things available both in Mt. Pleasant as well as
in the surrounding area, the most convenient means of transportation is by car,
either personal or rental.
National Holidays:
New Year's
Day- Jan. 1
Martin
Luther King, Jr., Day- 3rd Mon. in Jan.
President's Day- 3rd Mon. in Feb.
Memorial
Day- last Mon. in May
Independence Day- July 4
Labor Day-
1st Mon. in Sept.
Thanksgiving Day- 4th Thurs. in Nov.
Christmas
Eve and Christmas Day- Dec. 24 and 25
New Year's
Eve- Dec. 31
Mount Pleasant
