What are the best times of year to visit Myrtle Beach?

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.



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December, January, and February are the cheapest months in Myrtle Beach for lodging and attractions, but with our tips, you aren't limited to winter travel. We've already cracked the code on the best month to visit the beach: October is when the cost, crowds, activities, and temperatures offer more pros than cons.

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Hurricane Season is June 1 through November 30. Should a hurricane threaten our coast, the City of Myrtle Beach's Emergency Management Division is well prepared to handle whatever Mother Nature sends our way. It is important that our citizens, business owners and visitors are ready for any possible storms, too.

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June through August Keep 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!

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November through February is considered the “off-season” for Myrtle Beach. However, just because the temperatures have cooled down, doesn't mean the fun isn't heating up in Myrtle Beach in the winter! Myrtle Beach's average temperature in the winter is nearly 60°F – a cool respite from the frigid northern cold.

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Know The Facts All Myrtle Beach area beaches are open. Water quality for beaches throughout the entire Myrtle Beach area is very good. Water quality testing occurs twice a week during the summer and results are posted on SCDHEC's Beach Access Guide.

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Myrtle Beach is a popular vacation destination and many cities have direct flights right to Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR). The airport is conveniently located within a short drive of many Myrtle Beach resorts.

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Best Times to Visit South Carolina for Good Weather “From late April to early June and early September to late October, you'll get all the benefits of warm weather without it being too overbearingly humid.” It may not be swimming weather, but the colder months can be a great time to visit, too.

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So why is this famous beach community so affordable? Because the city has a dark side as well. The violent crime rate in Myrtle Beach is more than four times the national average, according to the most recent FBI data. That's brought home prices down.

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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orlando and Myrtle Beach, we can see that Orlando is more expensive. And not only is Myrtle Beach much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Myrtle Beach would let you spend less money overall.

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Visiting The Beach during the wintertime is a unique experience that takes a different kind of planning than your usual summer trip. There's still plenty of things to do in Myrtle Beach in December. The weather is a bit cooler, there are less crowds and you can experience the holidays from The Beach's point of view.

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Myrtle Beach ranked most affordable vacation spot MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — If you're dying to go to the beach this summer, you might want to head to Myrtle Beach. A recent study showed Myrtle Beach is one of the most affordable beach vacations.

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The best way to get around Myrtle Beach is by car. If you're going to spend most of your time around the beachfront hotels, you can easily manage on foot.

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This beach town is a major tourist attraction in South Carolina and across the United States. The city's balmy subtropical climate, miles of beaches, 86 golf courses, and 1,800 restaurants draw more than 20 million people each year, making it one of the country's most popular vacation spots.

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*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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