Horry County Weather Outlook: Coastal Flood Advisory This Midday; Breezy Conditions and Clouds Rolling In This Weekend

Horry County 7-Day Weather Forecast: Friday October 30, 2026

A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Coastal Horry County today, as high tide late this morning will likely bring minor inundation of up to one foot in low-lying areas. Beyond the midday flooding concern, Horry County can expect a warm and sunny Friday before breezy, much cooler, and cloudier conditions take hold for the weekend, with shower chances returning mid-week.

Horry County Detailed Forecast

• Today: Sunny, with a high near 76. East wind 5 to 7 mph.

• Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. Light and variable wind.

• Saturday: Increasing clouds, with a high near 71. Northeast wind 14 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

• Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Northeast wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

• Sunday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

• Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59.

• Monday: Partly sunny, with a high near 73.

• Monday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.

• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 75.

• Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64.

• Wednesday: A chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

• Wednesday Night: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

• Thursday: A chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 75. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Active Watches, Warnings & Advisories

• Coastal Flood Advisory: In effect from 10:00 AM this morning to 2:00 PM EDT this afternoon for Coastal Horry County.

  • Estimated Impact: Up to one foot of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches, low-lying roads, and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks will observe minor coastal flooding.

  • Tidal Information (Springmaid Pier):

    • Friday, Oct. 30 at 11:00 AM: 7.8 ft MLLW (2.2 ft MHHW) — Minor Flood Impact.

    • Saturday, Oct. 31 at 12:00 PM: 7.7 ft MLLW (2.1 ft MHHW) — Minor Flood Impact.

    • Sunday, Nov. 1 at 12:00 PM: 7.6 ft MLLW (2.0 ft MHHW) — Minor Flood Impact.

Safety Precautions & Preparedness Guidelines

• Roadway Safety: If travel is required during high tide times, allow extra time as some roads and beach causeways may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

• Property Protection: Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property along waterfronts, tidal creeks, and the Intracoastal Waterway.

• Secure Loose Items: Northeast winds will pick up on Saturday and Sunday, gusting up to 21–22 mph. Ensure lightweight outdoor items, such as Halloween decorations, are secure.

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