Patchy Morning Fog Precedes Warm 80-Degree Days and 80% Friday Rain Chances in Horry County

Horry County 7-Day Weather Forecast:  Wednesday November 4, 2026

Horry County will experience unseasonably warm conditions through Thursday, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the lower 80s under mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies. Early morning commuters face patchy, locally dense fog both today and Thursday morning before clearing. A strong cold front will approach the Grand Strand and inland Horry County on Friday, bringing an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms before a weekend cooling trend brings crisp, clear weather next week.

Current Watches, Warnings & Marine Advisories

• Special Weather Statement (Patchy Dense Fog): Issued by the National Weather Service in Wilmington at 4:45 AM EST for Coastal, Central, and Northern Horry County. Patchy fog settling over the area may become locally dense, reducing visibilities on local highways. Conditions are expected to improve after 8:00 AM.

• Marine & Coastal Conditions: Southeasterly winds today will run 5 to 8 mph with gusts as high as 15 mph. Boaters and beachgoers should monitor local marine updates as cold front energy brings heightened thunderstorm chances over coastal waters on Friday afternoon.

Horry County Detailed Forecasts

Horry County 7-Day Detailed Forecast

• Today (Wednesday): Patchy fog before 9:00 AM. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming southeast 5 to 8 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 15 mph.

• Tonight: Patchy fog after 4:00 AM. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Calm wind.

• Thursday: Areas of fog before 9:00 AM. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon.

• Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

• Friday: A chance of showers, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 1:00 PM. High near 80. Calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 7 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

• Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57.

• Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 74.

• Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 44.

• Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 70.

• Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42.

• Monday: Sunny, with a high near 69.

• Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 40.

• Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 71.

Safety Precautions & Preparedness Guidelines

Roadway Safety

• Morning Fog Driving: Exercise caution during early morning commutes today and Thursday before 9:00 AM along US-17, US-501, and SC-9. Drive with low-beam headlights, maintain extra space between vehicles, and allow extra travel time.

• Friday Storm Hazards: With an 80% chance of rain and thunderstorms Friday afternoon, drivers should be prepared for sudden downpours and wet pavement. Avoid driving through standing water on coastal routes.

Ocean & Outdoor Safety

• Beach & Boating Prep: Take advantage of dry mid-week weather for outdoor activities before rain arrives Friday. Ensure water vessels are secured ahead of Friday’s cold front.

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