88°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
32
Horry County, SC · Atlantic Ocean
Myrtle Beach
1200 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
The most-visited beach destination on the East Coast — 60 miles of sand collectively called the "Grand Strand," anchored by Myrtle Beach proper with the SkyWheel, Broadway at the Beach, hundreds of mini-golf courses, and the Boardwalk. Wide, gentle-slope beach, warm summer water, family-amusement-park energy.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 42% rain · 83°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 5am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76. Southwest wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 42% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 83°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
28 /100
skip
22 Swim
47 Sunbathe
17 Walk
35 Fish
29 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
42%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
83°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:26 PM
6.4 ft · in 3.2h
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
62 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ254)
The ILM 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.
- NCZ106 Coastal Pender — Surf City and Topsail Beach n/a
- NCZ108 Coastal New Hanover — Wrightsville Beach, Masonboro Island, n/a
- NCZ110 Coastal Brunswick — Bald Head Island, Oak Island, Holden Beach, n/a
- SCZ054 Coastal Horry — Cherry Grove, North Myrtle Beach, n/a
- SCZ056 Coastal Georgetown — Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:13 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:57 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 12:04 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 6:26 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:12 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 6:57 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 1:02 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 7:24 PM | High | 6.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:08 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 7:54 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 2:00 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 8:18 PM | High | 6.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 8:48 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 2:56 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 9:10 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:42 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 3:50 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 10:00 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:36 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:37 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 4:42 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:52 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:22 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:34 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 5:34 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:45 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8661070, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
57%
27
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
63%
23
86°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
45
88°
Sunny
4%
81
88°
Sunny
9%
80
86°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 83°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 42% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
10:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Minor
3:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid public lots and metered street parking. Many oceanfront hotels include parking.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach 10 AM – 5 PM, May 1 – Labor Day. Leashed access at other hours and off-season.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1200 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Myrtle Beach today?
Myrtle Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Myrtle Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach 10 AM – 5 PM, May 1 – Labor Day. Leashed access at other hours and off-season.
Is there an entry fee at Myrtle Beach?
Entry to Myrtle Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Myrtle Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Myrtle Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Myrtle Beach?
Amenities at Myrtle Beach include lifeguards, boardwalk, pier, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, amusements.
When is the water warmest at Myrtle Beach?
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 Myrtle Beach located?
Myrtle Beach is in Horry County, SC, at 1200 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
Nearby Beaches
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