87°
Sunny
5%
72
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
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 85°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 87. South wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 82. Southwest wind 13 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 85°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 2:32pm edt until july 19 at 11:00pm edt by nws wilmington nc
51 /100
ok
34 Swim
61 Sunbathe
78 Walk
45 Fish
74 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 2:32PM EDT until July 19 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Northeast South Carolina coastal waters out 20 NM. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 11 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Clear
Wind
20 mph
S
Rain
5%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
85°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
11:45 PM
5.3 ft · in 2.7h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · S swell
Barometer
29.99 inHg
1016 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
6:17 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| 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 |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:07 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 12:30 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 6:27 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:38 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 6:52 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 1:24 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 7:22 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:29 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 7:39 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 2:14 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 8:22 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:19 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 8:29 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 3:04 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 9:25 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:09 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 9:23 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 3:53 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 10:25 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:01 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 10:17 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 4:44 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 11:16 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8661070, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Sunny
12%
68
87°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
37
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
26
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
19
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
76%
17
83°
Rain Showers Likely
55%
55
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 85°F
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.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
3:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Minor
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Major
4:00 PM - 6:00 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.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS