Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
84°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Myrtle Beach
United States · North America
Myrtle Beach is most comfortable in spring. Summers are warm and winters are mild. Rain is frequent in most months.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
43°F to 86°F
Rain
14 days/mo
Sunshine
9.6 h/day
Humidity feel
Sometimes humid
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the wettest months.
77%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
10.8 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot afternoons occur, with humid air through much of the month.
64%Aug share of humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 90° and nights feel near 81°.
Very coldColdCoolComfortableWarmHotNight shading
Sea temperature
83°Aug sea temp
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
41%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 84°F, easing to about 81°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning79°F
Feels 84°F
Rain27%
Cloud57%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityLow
Midday84°F
Feels 90°F
Rain39%
Cloud60%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon84°F
Feels 89°F
Rain45%
Cloud64%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Early evening81°F
Feels 86°F
Rain25%
Cloud63%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
6 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
Data & methodology