Beach Weather in Botany Bay, Edisto Island, United States

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
21°
Swim
Sea
21°
Swim
Sea
18°
 
Sea
19°
Swim
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
26°
Swim
Sea
28°
Swim
Sea
28°
Swim
Sea
27°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
22°
Swim
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Wed 6th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 12° 11° 14° 16° 14° 10°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 13° 11° 10°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Fri 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 14° 16° 15° 14°
5% 33% 64% 100% 33% 87% 19% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 16° 17° 21° 22° 20° 19°
17% 23% 45% 19% 62% 67% 37% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 20° 20° 20° 19° 19° 17° 12°
100% 100% 74% 83% 91% 68% 48% 0%
0.2mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.5mm 1.6mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 13° 12°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Tue 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 14° 13° 11°
0% 0% 1% 6% 11% 5% 7% 47%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 6th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
6.9s 4.9s 6.2s 7.7s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s 8.0s
Thu 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
3
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
7.9s 6.1s 4.7s 6.6s 7.2s 7.5s 7.6s 7.6s
Fri 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
7.6s 7.4s 7.1s 7.5s 5.1s 4.3s 4.0s 3.8s
Sat 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
2
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.4m
0.4m
0.7m
0.8m
0.5m
3.8s 2.9s 3.2s 9.3s 11.2s 7.5s 6.5s 10.1s
Sun 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
29
kmh
24
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
24
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
1.1m
1.3m
11.2s 11.4s 11.4s 11.5s 11.5s 11.5s 9.0s 7.9s
Mon 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
1.2m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
8.1s 8.1s 8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 8.1s 8.2s 8.3s
Tue 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
8.4s 8.5s 8.6s 8.7s 8.6s 8.6s 8.6s 8.6s
Wed 6th December
2:52 AM 8:33 AM 3:00 PM 9:02 PM
1.50 0.40 1.60 0.30
Thu 7th December
3:46 AM 9:32 AM 3:51 PM 9:51 PM
1.60 0.40 1.60 0.30
Fri 8th December
4:36 AM 10:28 AM 4:42 PM 10:39 PM
1.70 0.30 1.60 0.20
Sat 9th December
5:25 AM 11:20 AM 5:31 PM 11:25 PM
1.80 0.30 1.60 0.10
Sun 10th December
6:12 AM 12:10 PM 6:19 PM
1.90 0.20 1.60
Mon 11th December
12:11 AM 6:59 AM 12:58 PM 7:05 PM
0.10 1.90 0.10 1.60
Tue 12th December
12:56 AM 7:45 AM 1:45 PM 7:52 PM
0.00 2.00 0.10 1.60
Wed 6th December
16°
0.0mm
22kmh NNW
0%
Thu 7th December
14°
0.0mm
5kmh NE
0%
Fri 8th December
16°
0.0mm
4kmh WSW
44%
Sat 9th December
22°
0.1mm
12kmh SSE
36%
Sun 10th December
20°
3.2mm
26kmh SSW
70%
Mon 11th December
13°
0.0mm
10kmh NNE
0%
Tue 12th December
14°
0.0mm
14kmh NE
9%
Wed 13th December
15°
0.2mm
20kmh NE
64%
Thu 14th December
15°
0.2mm
20kmh NNE
77%
Fri 15th December
14°
9.2mm
22kmh NE
98%
Sat 16th December
11°
8.9mm
16kmh NNW
93%
Sun 17th December
13°
0.0mm
22kmh WNW
39%
Mon 18th December
15°
0.0mm
19kmh NW
4%
Tue 19th December
16°
0.0mm
6kmh ESE
19%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 6 days of light rain with an average of 3.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 40%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Botany Bay don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Holiday at Botany Bay, Edisto Island, Charleston County, South Carolina

Botany Bay is a hidden gem located on Edisto Island in Charleston County, South Carolina. This pristine beach offers an ideal retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

Beach Type

Botany Bay has a unique beach landscape that combines different types of sand and shoreline. The beach is predominantly characterized by coarse sand mixed with crushed shells, giving it a natural and rugged appearance. Additionally, you'll find an abundance of driftwood and maritime forest remains that create a picturesque backdrop for your beach holiday.

While the beach may not have powdery white sand or an extensive reef system for snorkeling and diving, it does offer a diverse environment for marine life to thrive. The presence of rocks and oyster beds along the shoreline provides habitat for various fish species, making it an interesting spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Beach Activities

Some popular activities to enjoy during your stay at Botany Bay include:

  1. Beachcombing: The unique landscape of Botany Bay makes it perfect for beachcombing. You can spend hours exploring the shoreline, discovering interesting shells and other treasures washed ashore.
  2. Fishing: With its diverse marine habitat, fishing is a popular activity at Botany Bay. Cast your line from the shore or venture out on a kayak to catch some of the local fish species.
  3. Birdwatching: The area around Botany Bay is home to numerous bird species, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers.
  4. Photography: The stunning driftwood formations and preserved maritime forest create breathtaking photo opportunities that you won't find elsewhere.
  5. Hiking: Explore the nearby trails within the Botany Bay Plantation Wildlife Management Area to immerse yourself in nature.

Accommodations

There are no hotels or resorts directly on Botany Bay beach, as it is part of a protected wildlife management area. However, you can find various accommodation options nearby on Edisto Island. Some popular areas to consider staying include:

  1. Edisto Beach: Offering a range of vacation rentals, hotels, and bed & breakfasts, Edisto Beach is just a short drive from Botany Bay and provides easy access to restaurants, shops, and other amenities.
  2. Wyndham Ocean Ridge Resort: Located on Edisto Island, this resort offers comfortable accommodations with amenities such as pools, golf courses, and tennis courts.

Beach Amenities

Botany Bay beach has limited amenities due to its protected status. However, you can find the following facilities within the Botany Bay Plantation Wildlife Management Area:

  • Parking area
  • Restrooms
  • Picnic area

It's important to note that there are no lifeguards on duty at Botany Bay beach, so exercise caution when swimming or participating in water activities.

A holiday at Botany Bay on Edisto Island offers a unique beach experience with its rugged beauty and diverse range of activities. Escape the crowds and enjoy a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature in this stunning South Carolina destination.

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