Beach Weather in Folly Beach, Folly Island, United States

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Beach Weather Today in Folly Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 16° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 19%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 29kmh from the West-Southwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Folly Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:22 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Folly Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be 1 day of moderate rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 14.5mm of rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 48%.

FOLLY BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 8th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 14° 21° 26° 26° 21°
0% 0% 83% 50% 21% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sun 9th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 15° 13° 10° 10° 10° 10°
0% 60% 70% 93% 96% 96% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 5.4mm 5.4mm 0.7mm 3.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Mon 10th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 10°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 50%
6.2mm 10.4mm 9.2mm 2.8mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.2mm 1.2mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Tue 11th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 16° 20° 18° 14°
0% 7% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Wed 12th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 11° 14° 19° 20° 18° 15°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 13th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 16° 19° 19° 18° 16°
0% 14% 29% 1% 24% 66% 75% 77%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 14th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 16° 18° 20° 21° 19° 17°
47% 67% 38% 45% 54% 17% 8% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 8th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
29
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
29
kmh
22
kmh
13
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.5m
9.8s 9.6s 9.5s 9.4s 9.5s 9.6s 9.6s 9.5s
Sun 9th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
31
kmh
36
kmh
38
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
38
kmh
0.7m
1.0m
1.3m
1.1m
0.8m
0.7m
0.9m
1.2m
4.6s 4.4s 4.3s 9.1s 9.0s 9.0s 8.9s 8.9s
Mon 10th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42
kmh
39
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
25
kmh
40
kmh
50
kmh
1.0m
1.1m
1.3m
1.5m
0.3m
1.4m
1.7m
2.0m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 7.3s 7.6s 6.3s 6.4s
Tue 11th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
48
kmh
37
kmh
30
kmh
21
kmh
10
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
18
kmh
1.4m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.1m
7.2s 7.8s 8.4s 9.0s 9.3s 9.3s 9.5s 9.9s
Wed 12th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
9.9s 9.8s 9.9s 10.0s 10.0s 10.2s 10.5s 10.4s
Thu 13th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
1.1m
0.4m
0.4m
1.1m
10.0s 10.0s 10.2s 10.2s 10.1s 7.1s 6.0s 6.0s
Fri 14th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
1.3m
1.2m
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
5.8s 5.9s 5.9s 5.9s 6.0s 6.2s 6.6s 6.6s
Sat 8th March
3:17 AM 9:27 AM 3:49 PM 9:31 PM
1.70 0.15 1.41 0.07
Sun 9th March
5:23 AM 11:29 AM 5:52 PM 11:34 PM
1.70 0.13 1.47 0.04
Mon 10th March
6:22 AM 12:23 PM 6:48 PM
1.72 0.08 1.54
Tue 11th March
12:30 AM 7:13 AM 1:11 PM 7:37 PM
0.01 1.74 0.03 1.61
Wed 12th March
1:21 AM 7:56 AM 1:54 PM 8:21 PM
-0.03 1.75 -0.01 1.66
Thu 13th March
2:07 AM 8:35 AM 2:32 PM 9:02 PM
-0.05 1.74 -0.03 1.70
Fri 14th March
2:49 AM 9:11 AM 3:07 PM 9:39 PM
-0.04 1.72 -0.03 1.72
Sat 8th March
27°
0.0mm
18kmh WSW
19%
Sun 9th March
13°
14.5mm
18kmh ENE
76%
Mon 10th March
10°
31.0mm
5kmh N
93%
Tue 11th March
21°
0.0mm
12kmh NW
0%
Wed 12th March
21°
0.0mm
11kmh SW
0%
Thu 13th March
20°
0.0mm
15kmh SSW
35%
Fri 14th March
21°
0.0mm
14kmh S
35%
Sat 15th March
22°
0.0mm
20kmh SSE
61%
Sun 16th March
22°
0.3mm
22kmh SSE
73%
Mon 17th March
21°
5.7mm
22kmh SW
56%
Tue 18th March
20°
0.0mm
13kmh E
8%
Wed 19th March
23°
0.0mm
10kmh S
11%
Thu 20th March
24°
0.0mm
20kmh SW
20%
Fri 21st March
21°
0.0mm
24kmh E
63%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 4 days of rain with an average of 12.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 39%.

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

Holiday at Folly Beach, Folly Island, Charleston County, South Carolina

Folly Beach is a beautiful beach destination located on Folly Island in Charleston County, South Carolina. The beach offers a variety of activities and attractions for both relaxation and adventure seekers.

Beach Type

Folly Beach features a mix of soft golden sand and areas with coarser sands. It is not known for having powdery white sand like some other beach destinations but still provides a comfortable and enjoyable experience for sunbathing and strolling along the shore. The waters are generally calm, making it suitable for swimming and various water sports.

Snorkeling and Diving

While Folly Beach does not have extensive rocky areas or coral reefs directly offshore, there are nearby spots that offer snorkeling and diving opportunities. The fish prefer rocky environments or reefs; therefore, you may need to take a short boat trip to access such locations around the island. Some popular spots include the Folly Beach Pier area or heading out to nearby Morris Island.

Popular Beach Activities

  1. Surfing: Folly Beach is known as one of the best surfing spots on the East Coast of the United States. Both beginners and experienced surfers can enjoy the waves here. Several local surf shops offer lessons and equipment rentals.

  2. Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP): With its calm waters, Folly Beach is an excellent location to try stand-up paddleboarding. Rentals are available at various locations along the beach.

  3. Kayaking: Explore the surrounding marshes or take a guided tour with one of the local kayak rental companies.

  4. Fishing: Fishing enthusiasts will enjoy casting their lines off the Folly Beach Pier or booking a deep-sea fishing charter.

  5. Beach Volleyball: There are several beach volleyball courts available for public use along Folly Beach.

  6. Biking: Rent a bike and explore the island's scenic paths and trails.

Accommodation Options

Folly Beach offers a range of accommodation options, including beachfront hotels, vacation rentals, and charming bed & breakfasts. Some popular areas to stay include:

  1. Beachfront: Staying in a beachfront hotel or rental property allows you to have direct access to the sandy shores and stunning ocean views.

  2. Downtown Folly Beach: Staying in downtown Folly Beach puts you within walking distance of various restaurants, shops, and attractions.

  3. Folly River Area: For a more tranquil experience, consider staying near the Folly River area, where you'll find quieter accommodations surrounded by nature.

Beach Amenities

Folly Beach offers various amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Public restrooms
  • Outdoor showers
  • Picnic areas
  • Beach chair and umbrella rentals
  • Lifeguard stations (seasonal)
  • Free public parking (limited)
  • Wheelchair accessibility

So pack your bags and head to Folly Beach for an unforgettable beach holiday filled with sun, surf, and relaxation!

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