Best time to visit · Myrtle Beach · United States
The best time to visit Myrtle Beach
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Pictured: Family Kingdom Amusement Park, Myrtle Beach · Photo: Fk714, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
The best months to go are May–June and September–October. June to August is peak family season — hot, humid and busy — while winter is quiet, cool and very inexpensive, good for golf but not swimming.
Key facts
- Best months
- May–June and September–October
- Shoulder season
- April and July–August
- Warmest month
- July (avg high 32°C (90°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 14°C (57°F))
- Rainiest month
- July (~12 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- December–February
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Seasons
Myrtle Beach has a humid subtropical climate: hot, humid summers with afternoon thunderstorms, mild winters with occasional cold snaps, and warm, pleasant springs and autumns. Hurricane season runs from June to November, with the highest risk from August to October.
March–May
Spring
Warming weather, golf season and blooming gardens; the sea is cool until May, and some weekends are busy with rallies and spring breakers.
June–August
Summer
Hot, humid peak season with warm water, fireworks and every attraction open; also the most crowded and expensive time.
September–November
Autumn
Warm sea in September, comfortable October days and lower prices, though September is the peak of hurricane season.
December–February
Winter
Cool, quiet and cheap, popular with snowbirds and golfers; some attractions and restaurants close for the season.
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Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C 57°F | 2°C 36°F | 9 | 12°C 54°F | 10.1 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| February | 15°C 59°F | 3°C 37°F | 8 | 12°C 54°F | 10.9 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| March | 19°C 66°F | 7°C 45°F | 8 | 14°C 57°F | 11.9 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| April | 23°C 73°F | 11°C 52°F | 7 | 18°C 64°F | 13 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| May | 27°C 81°F | 16°C 61°F | 8 | 22°C 72°F | 13.9 h | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| June | 30°C 86°F | 21°C 70°F | 10 | 26°C 79°F | 14.4 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| July | 32°C 90°F | 23°C 73°F | 12 | 28°C 82°F | 14.2 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| August | 31°C 88°F | 22°C 72°F | 12 | 28°C 82°F | 13.4 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| September | 28°C 82°F | 19°C 66°F | 9 | 27°C 81°F | 12.3 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| October | 24°C 75°F | 13°C 55°F | 6 | 23°C 73°F | 11.3 h | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| November | 19°C 66°F | 7°C 45°F | 7 | 18°C 64°F | 10.4 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| December | 15°C 59°F | 3°C 37°F | 8 | 14°C 57°F | 9.9 h | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| March | Spring golf season begins (March) |
| April | SOS Spring Safari — shag dancing festival in North Myrtle Beach (usually April) |
| May | Myrtle Beach Bike Week spring rally (usually May); Blue Crab Festival in Little River (usually May) |
| June | Carolina Country Music Fest (usually early June) |
| July | Independence Day fireworks along the Grand Strand (4 July) |
| September | SOS Fall Migration — shag dancing festival in North Myrtle Beach (usually September) |
| October | Autumn golf season (October) |
| November | Christmas shows at the Grand Strand theatres begin (usually November) |
| December | Nights of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens (usually December evenings) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in December–February, and the sights are quietest in January–February.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | Layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; Shoes with good grip for icy pavements; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Myrtle Beach?
May–June and September–October are the best months. Of those, October is usually the least crowded and June the warmest, with highs around 30°C (86°F).
+When are hotel prices lowest in Myrtle Beach?
Usually in December–February. Cool and quiet, with the lowest prices of the year; some attractions and restaurants close or shorten hours, and winter visitors from Canada and the north arrive.
+What is the rainiest month in Myrtle Beach?
July, with about 12 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Myrtle Beach get?
The warmest month, July, averages highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F).