What does a red flag mean at Myrtle Beach?

These flags will fly from lifeguard stands to alert of any potential dangers. 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.



People Also Ask

All Myrtle Beach area beaches are open. Water quality for beaches throughout the entire Myrtle Beach area is very good.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

A green flag on the beach is an all-clear sign, indicating that it's safe to swim: Sea is quiet, without danger or risk. Good quality of water and general beach conditions. No risk situations for the swimmers.

MORE DETAILS

Red flag is high hazard meaning high surf and/or strong currents. Yellow flag is medium hazard meaning moderate surf and/or currents. Green flag is low hazard meaning calm conditions, exercise caution. Purple flag means dangerous marine life spotted.

MORE DETAILS

Most beaches will hoist a double red flag to close the beach if dangerous sharks are nearby. Purple flags usually indicates the presence of other marine life such as jelly fish, stingrays, sea snakes, etc.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — 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! Usually, the atmosphere is more volatile and keeps the ocean churned up.

MORE DETAILS