92°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
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Colleton County, SC · Atlantic Ocean
Edisto Beach State Park
8377 State Cabin Road, Edisto Island, SC 29438
One of South Carolina's oldest state parks, Edisto Beach State Park stretches along 1.5 miles of Atlantic shoreline backed by 4 miles of ADA-accessible trails through maritime forest. The park features an Environmental Learning Center, oceanfront cabins on the saltmarsh, and 120 campsites.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 86°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 106. Southwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 11pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 11pm and midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. Heat index values as high as 102. West wind 5 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 92°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 39% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 86°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
20 /100
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13 Swim
35 Sunbathe
13 Walk
25 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
92°F
Clear
Wind
8 to 14 mph
SW
Rain
39%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
86°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:04 PM
6.4 ft · in 3.8h
Barometer
30.10 inHg
1019 hPa
Water Quality
Elevated
74 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 4mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (SCZ149)
The CHS office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- SCZ150 Charleston — Cape Romain, Isle of Palms, n/a
- SCZ148 Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Coastal Jasper — Hunting Island, Fripp Island, n/a
- GAZ217 Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh — Tybee Island, Ossabaw Island, Wassaw Island, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:22 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:38 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:24 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 12:32 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 7:04 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:37 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:27 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 1:32 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 8:02 PM | High | 6.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:32 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:27 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 2:30 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 8:58 PM | High | 6.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:25 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:26 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 3:26 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 9:53 PM | High | 6.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:15 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 10:24 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 4:20 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 10:44 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:03 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:19 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 5:13 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:33 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:50 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:13 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 6:07 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8665530, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
26
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
62%
22
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
40
90°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
41
91°
Sunny
12%
74
90°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
39
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 86°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 39% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 92°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Parking included with park admission.
Dogs
Pets allowed in most outdoor areas on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Not allowed in cabins or cabin area.
Entry Fee
$8 adult / $5 SC senior / $4 child 6–15 / free under 6
Address
8377 State Cabin Road, Edisto Island, SC 29438
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Edisto Beach State Park today?
Edisto Beach State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Edisto Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Pets allowed in most outdoor areas on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Not allowed in cabins or cabin area.
Is there an entry fee at Edisto Beach State Park?
$8 adult / $5 SC senior / $4 child 6–15 / free under 6
Are there lifeguards at Edisto Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Edisto Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Edisto Beach State Park?
Amenities at Edisto Beach State Park include restrooms, showers, Environmental Learning Center, picnic shelters, campground, cabins, ADA trails (4 mi), Wi-Fi.
When is the water warmest at Edisto Beach State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Edisto Beach State Park located?
Edisto Beach State Park is in Colleton County, SC, at 8377 State Cabin Road, Edisto Island, SC 29438.
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