*Horry County lifeguards protect the north section of Myrtle Beach State Park from mid May through mid September. *Know how to swim. *Never swim alone. *Never swim at night.
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The accesses for Myrtle Beach public beaches are open every day and never completely close, but no personal items may be set up on the beach before 8:00 a.m. and everything must be removed from the shore by 7:00 p.m. Visitors age 17 and under must also abide by the city's curfew rules and may not be on the beach after ...
Myrtle Beach, located in Horry County, is a part of South Carolina's Grand Strand. From June through early October water temperatures are practically tropical making this area perfect for swimming and beach activities.
It's a safe bet there are no lifeguards on duty. Night swimmers are frequently intoxicated. One of my classmates from high school perished in a dark ocean. Play it safe, never swim alone.
#7 Myrtle Beachand North Ocean Boulevard was reportedly found to be the most dangerous place to find yourself after dark in the city, with your chances of becoming a violent crime victim being 1 in 82, despite Myrtle Beach being a popular vacation destination year after year.
Average daytime highs in January and February, the coolest months of the year in Myrtle Beach, are 55-60 degrees, and temperatures dip down to the 40s at night on average.
The findings also revealed that sharks are swimming a lot closer to the beach than previously thought—instead of miles out, they may be within 50 to 100 yards of where the waves break, or even closer.
Avoid swimming at dusk and dawnYou can reduce your risk of shark encounters by staying out of the water at these times of day. Sharks also don't have the best vision, so they will be more likely to confuse a human for its natural prey when visibility is low.
The accesses for Myrtle Beach public beaches are open every day and never completely close, but no personal items may be set up on the beach before 8:00 a.m. and everything must be removed from the shore by 7:00 p.m. Visitors age 17 and under must also abide by the city's curfew rules and may not be on the beach after ...
As indicated, a double red flag means the water is closed to the public; no swimming is allowed. A single red flag indicates hazardous conditions, such as strong waves or currents. Medium hazards are indicated by a yellow flag, while a green flag shows that conditions are generally good.
And if you are wondering why the water is so blue, here's the explanation from Chief Meteorologist Chris Justus:Hot weather with relatively calm winds in the atmosphere and no tropical systems in the Atlantic have allowed sediments in the water to settle to the ocean floor. Less sediment means clearer water!
Beach Rules & RegulationsNo vehicles are allowed on the beach. No glass allowed on the beach. No sleeping on the beach or beach accesses from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m.
The best months to go to Myrtle Beach is June through August. This is the best time of the year for warm and sunny beach days. For fewer crowds but warmer weather still, September to October and April to May are great times to visit Myrtle Beach, too.
June through AugustKeep in mind, it's also the busiest time of year with a high volume of tourists and increased occupancy rates at Myrtle Beach Resorts. Quick rain showers are possible, but won't spoil the fun. Come prepared and have a blast!