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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
Ideal for a beach walk.
Swim advisory · 83°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 81. Southeast wind around 13 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 78. Southeast wind 2 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 83°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Swim advisory — state environmental agency flagged water quality
59 /100
good
36 Swim
79 Sunbathe
86 Walk
25 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Swim advisory: Long-term advisory in effect
Sampled at WAC-031A, 0.3 mi from this beach.
Water level 0.8 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
13 mph
SE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
83°F
Swimming weather
Barometer
30.25 inHg
1025 hPa · buoy 41013
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:55 AM
Sunset
7:31 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:39 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 6:31 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 12:41 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 6:53 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:25 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:22 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 1:33 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:41 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:09 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:10 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 2:23 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 8:25 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:50 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:55 AM | High | 6.3 ft |
| 3:09 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:07 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:30 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:38 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 3:54 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:48 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:08 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:22 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 4:38 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 10:31 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:46 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:08 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 5:22 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 11:18 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8661070, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
71
84°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
31
83°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
64%
21
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
53%
28
85°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
36
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
41
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- critical Skip the swim Active swim advisory from MD DOE
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
10:50 PM - 12:50 AM
Minor
4:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
Minor
6:20 PM - 7:20 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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