Residents and visitors across Horry County can look forward to summer-like warmth through the middle of the week, with temperatures climbing into the mid-to-upper 80s under mostly clear skies. However, a strong autumn cold front is slated to sweep through Friday night, bringing breezy conditions and significantly cooler, crisp air just in time for the weekend.
Current Watches, Warnings & Marine Advisories
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Breezy & Windy Conditions: Increased wind speeds are expected Friday night through Saturday night, particularly along coastal stretches of Horry County.
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Coastal & Marine Hazards: Marine operators and beachgoers should monitor local coastal bulletins as wind speeds increase heading into the weekend.
Horry County Detailed Forecast
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Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 79. Light and variable wind becoming southeast around 6 mph in the afternoon.
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Tuesday Night: Clear, with a low around 66. South wind 3 to 5 mph.
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Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon.
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Wednesday Night: Clear, with a low around 67. South wind around 7 mph.
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Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 81.
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Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 69.
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Friday: Sunny, with a high near 81.
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Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. Windy.
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Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 66. Breezy.
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Saturday Night: Clear, with a low around 53. Breezy.
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Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 66. Breezy.
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Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 56.
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Monday: Sunny, with a high near 72.
Safety Precautions & Preparedness Guidelines
Roadway Safety
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Temperature Shifts: Rapid drops in nighttime lows over the weekend (dipping into the 40s inland) mean motorists should double-check tire pressures as cooler temperatures arrive.
Ocean & Beach Safety
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Wind & Surf Hazards: Gusty conditions returning Friday night into Saturday will lead to choppier ocean conditions along Horry County beaches.
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Rip Current Risk: Always swim near a lifeguard and obey local beach flag warning systems, especially as coastal winds increase over the weekend.
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