Horry County 7-Day Weather Forecast: Saturday October 24, 2026

Coastal Flood Advisory and Beach Hazards Issued Across Horry County Amid Gusty Fall Conditions

HORRY COUNTY, SC — Bright, sunny skies and mild autumn temperatures will hold across Horry County and the Grand Strand through the coming week. However, coastal residents, beachgoers, and commuters should prepare for minor tidal flooding, gusty northeasterly winds, and rough surf conditions along the coast through Sunday.

High pressure remaining settled over the region will keep conditions dry and pleasant throughout the week. High temperatures will stay in the low-to-mid 70s through Friday. A tight pressure gradient will produce strong, breezy northeasterly winds across the Grand Strand through Sunday night, with gusts reaching up to 30 mph on Sunday before conditions ease early next week.

Current Watches, Warnings & Marine Advisories

• Coastal Flood Advisory: Extended until 9:00 PM EDT Saturday evening for Coastal Horry County. Up to one-half foot of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines, tidal waterways, adjacent creeks, and vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches.

• Beach Hazards Statement: In effect through Saturday evening. A strong north-to-south longshore current is present along Grand Strand beaches, alongside a Moderate Risk of rip currents south of North Myrtle Beach.

• Breezy Northeasterly Winds: Elevated northeasterly breezes will persist through Sunday night, blowing 17 to 22 mph with gusts up to 25 mph today and reaching up to 30 mph on Sunday.

Horry County Detailed Forecast

• Today: Sunny, with a high near 72°F. Northeast wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

• Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 56°F. Breezy, with a northeast wind 17 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

• Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 73°F. Breezy, with a northeast wind 18 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

• Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 54°F. Breezy, with a northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

• Monday: Sunny, with a high near 72°F. North wind 11 to 15 mph.

• Monday Night: Clear, with a low around 51°F.

• Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 72°F.

• Tuesday Night: Clear, with a low around 54°F.

• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 72°F.

• Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 56°F.

• Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 73°F.

• Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 57°F.

• Friday: Sunny, with a high near 74°F.

Safety Precautions & Preparedness Guidelines

Coastal & Roadway Safety

• Tidal Flooding Hazards: Drivers traveling along coastal causeways and low-lying roadways near the Intracoastal Waterway should allow extra travel time through Saturday evening. Do not drive around barricades or through standing water of unknown depth.

• Breezy Driving Conditions: Exercise extra caution when driving high-profile vehicles along major coastal corridors, including SC-31, US-17, and elevated waterway bridges, due to wind gusts up to 30 mph through Sunday.

Ocean & Beach Safety

• Longshore & Rip Current Hazards: Swimmers and surfers should exercise extreme caution along Grand Strand beaches. Strong longshore currents can sweep individuals into piers, jetties, and rip currents, making it difficult to return to shore. Check with local lifeguards before entering the water.

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