90°
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
30
Horry County, SC · Atlantic Ocean
North Myrtle Beach
Ocean Blvd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
The quieter northern half of the Grand Strand — four villages (Cherry Grove, Ocean Drive, Crescent Beach, Windy Hill) merged into one city. Shag-dancing capital of the world, beach-music festivals, and a calmer family scene than Myrtle Beach proper.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 41% rain · 83°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 102. West wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter 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 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 41% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 83°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
26 /100
skip
20 Swim
44 Sunbathe
16 Walk
32 Fish
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 8 mph
W
Rain
41%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
86°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
41 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
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
6:12 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
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
55%
27
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
69%
20
88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
44
92°
Sunny
3%
77
93°
Sunny
8%
74
91°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
34
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 41% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°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
10:00 PM - 12:00 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 at most accesses.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach 9 AM – 5 PM, May 15 – September 15. Leashed access otherwise.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Ocean Blvd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at North Myrtle Beach today?
North 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 North Myrtle Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach 9 AM – 5 PM, May 15 – September 15. Leashed access otherwise.
Is there an entry fee at North Myrtle Beach?
Entry to North Myrtle Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at North Myrtle Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol North 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 North Myrtle Beach?
Amenities at North Myrtle Beach include lifeguards, pier (Cherry Grove), restaurants, restrooms, showers.
When is the water warmest at North 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 North Myrtle Beach located?
North Myrtle Beach is in Horry County, SC, at Ocean Blvd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582.
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