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Georgetown County, SC · Atlantic Ocean
Pawleys Island
323 Myrtle Avenue, Pawleys Island, SC 29585
One of the oldest summer resorts on the East Coast, Pawleys Island is a narrow 4-mile barrier island known for its weathered cypress cottages, salt-creek crabbing, and a famously laid-back "arrogantly shabby" character. Beach access is free at nine public points.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
81°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Southeast wind 3 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. South wind 2 to 8 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
83 /100
great
80 Swim
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
85 Fish
80 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 9 mph
SE
Rain
3%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
81°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
5:17 PM
5.3 ft · in 2.5h
Barometer
30.08 inHg
Rising 1.4 hPa / 3h
Water Quality
Clean
93 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ256)
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
6:08 AM
Sunset
8:29 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:37 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 10:55 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:17 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 11:47 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
38
94°
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
33%
70
96°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
19
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
38
89°
Sunny
7%
76
91°
Sunny
4%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 81°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.
Major
8:20 PM - 10:20 PM
Minor
2:10 AM - 3:10 AM
Major
8:50 AM - 10:50 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free parking at all nine public beach accesses (~141 spaces total), with the largest lot in Georgetown County at the south end of Springs Avenue. Roadside parking allowed within 5 feet of pavement. No parking 11pm–6am.
Dogs
Dogs allowed year-round with leash in hand, under voice control, and waste cleanup. May 1 – September 30 between 8am and 8pm: dogs must be leashed at all times, including in the water.
Entry Fee
Free beach access and free parking
Address
323 Myrtle Avenue, Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Pawleys Island.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Pawleys Island from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Pawleys Island dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed year-round with leash in hand, under voice control, and waste cleanup. May 1 – September 30 between 8am and 8pm: dogs must be leashed at all times, including in the water.
Is there an entry fee at Pawleys Island?
Entry to Pawleys Island is free.
Are there lifeguards at Pawleys Island?
No lifeguards are stationed at Pawleys Island. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Pawleys Island?
Amenities at Pawleys Island include restrooms (at select accesses), showers (at select accesses), trash receptacles, dog waste bags, life rings.
When is the water warmest at Pawleys Island?
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 Pawleys Island located?
Pawleys Island is in Georgetown County, SC, at 323 Myrtle Avenue, Pawleys Island, SC 29585.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS