Breezy Thursday Sunshine Gives Way to Cooler, Crisp Autumn Weekend in Horry County

Horry County 7-Day Weather Forecast:  Thursday November 12, 2026

CONWAY — Horry County will experience breezy, warm sunshine today with afternoon temperatures reaching the low 70s, before a dry cold front ushers in much cooler, seasonable autumn weather for the weekend and early next week. Clear, brisk nights will drop into the upper 30s by Saturday night, bringing a notable chill to the Grand Strand.

Current Watches, Warnings & Marine Advisories

• Active Watches & Warnings: There are currently no active National Weather Service watches, warnings, or frost advisories in effect for Horry County.

• Wind & Marine Outlook: A breezy southwest wind of 14 to 20 mph is expected today, with gusts reaching up to 26 mph. Winds will shift out of the northwest tonight at 11 to 16 mph, with gusts up to 23 mph. Operators of small craft along the Intracoastal Waterway and nearshore Atlantic waters should exercise caution due to elevated winds and rough chop.

Horry County 7-Day Detailed Forecast

• Today: Sunny and breezy, with a high near 72. Southwest wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

• Tonight: Clear, with a low around 50. Northwest wind 11 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

• Friday: Sunny, with a high near 61. West wind around 11 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.

• Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 44. Northwest wind 7 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph.

• Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 55.

• Saturday Night: Clear, with a low around 39.

• Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 55.

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

• Monday: Sunny, with a high near 56.

• Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 44.

• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 57.

• Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 44.

• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 61.

Safety Precautions & Preparedness Guidelines

• Roadway Safety: High-profile vehicles on open corridors such as U.S. 501, U.S. 17, and Carolina Bays Parkway should prepare for gusty crosswinds up to 26 mph today. Drivers should also expect sun glare during morning and late afternoon commutes under clear skies.

• Outdoor & Home Safety: With overnight temperatures dropping into the 30s over the weekend, residents should take steps to protect sensitive outdoor plants and ensure outdoor pets have warm shelter. Inspect heating systems before Saturday night’s dip in temperature.

• Beach & Water Safety: Breezy offshore and cross-shore winds can generate choppy surf and elevated rip current risks along the Grand Strand. Swimming is discouraged without lifeguards present, and maritime travelers should secure loose items on vessels.

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