89°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
43%
28
Horry County, SC · Atlantic Ocean
Surfside Beach (SC)
11 N Ocean Blvd, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
An incorporated Grand Strand town officially branded "The Family Beach," Surfside is a quiet, low-rise residential stretch just south of Myrtle Beach. Its centerpiece is the Surfside Pier — an 814-foot concrete fishing pier that reopened in March 2024 after Hurricane Matthew destroyed the previous wooden pier in 2016 — anchoring a wide, gently sloping strand served by 36 public beach accesses.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 43% rain · 83°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Southwest wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely 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. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 43% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 83°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
25 /100
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19 Swim
42 Sunbathe
15 Walk
32 Fish
27 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Clear
Wind
7 to 12 mph
SW
Rain
43%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
83°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:26 PM
6.4 ft · in 3.1h
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
62 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:14 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
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
58%
26
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
60%
25
87°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
43
91°
Sunny
4%
76
91°
Sunny
9%
77
90°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
34
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 7 to 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 83°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 43% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°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 parking March 1 – October 31, 8am–6pm (free outside those hours and November–February). Premium lots $3/hr or $15/day; standard lots $2/hr or $10/day; the Surfside Pier lot is $4/hr with no daily maximum. Pay via Text2Park or ParkMobile. Non-resident season pass $250 (200 issued); residents park free with a valid town decal.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach 10am–5pm from May 1 through Labor Day. At all other times leashed dogs (7-ft max leash) are allowed; dogs older than 4 months must display a registration tag and owners must clean up. No reptiles or exotic animals on the beach at any time.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; paid parking in season (March 1 – October 31)
Address
11 N Ocean Blvd, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Surfside Beach (SC) today?
Surfside Beach (SC) 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 Surfside Beach (SC) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach 10am–5pm from May 1 through Labor Day. At all other times leashed dogs (7-ft max leash) are allowed; dogs older than 4 months must display a registration tag and owners must clean up. No reptiles or exotic animals on the beach at any time.
Is there an entry fee at Surfside Beach (SC)?
Entry to Surfside Beach (SC) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Surfside Beach (SC)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Surfside Beach (SC) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Surfside Beach (SC)?
Amenities at Surfside Beach (SC) include lifeguards (seasonal, May 15 – Sept 15), restrooms, shower towers, 814-ft concrete fishing pier, 36 public beach accesses, ADA beach access mats, beach wheelchairs (via Surfside Beach PD).
When is the water warmest at Surfside Beach (SC)?
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 Surfside Beach (SC) located?
Surfside Beach (SC) is in Horry County, SC, at 11 N Ocean Blvd, Surfside Beach, SC 29575.
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