Myrtle Beach in September
Great time to visit
September might be Myrtle Beach's best-kept secret - summer warmth without summer crowds or prices. Just watch those hurricane forecasts.
Weather
September offers blessed relief as temperatures drop to comfortable levels and humidity finally breaks. Days remain warm enough for beach activities while nights turn pleasant. Hurricane risk peaks but storms often bring just beneficial rain.
27°C high19°C low7 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$150/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Fall Migration Festival
- •Autumn food festivals
September Tips
- •September offers the best value-to-weather ratio of the year
- •Monitor hurricane forecasts - peak season runs through November
- •Ocean stays warm from summer heating well into October
All Months
Summer brings the crowds and the highest prices, but also the warmest water and longest days. July temperatures hit the mid-80s with humidity that makes it feel like 95°F. Ocean water peaks around 82°F in August – perfect for swimming, but expect shoulder-to-shoulder beaches on weekends.
Late spring (April-May) and early fall (September-October) offer the sweet spot. Air temperatures stay in the 70s, hotel rates drop by 40%, and you can actually find parking at the beach. The water's still warm enough for swimming through October, though you might need a wetsuit for early morning dips.
Winter sees temperatures in the 50s and 60s – pleasant for walking the beach, but most seasonal attractions close. Many restaurants reduce their hours too. But if you're looking for rock-bottom hotel prices and don't mind bundling up, January and February offer oceanfront rooms for as little as $45 per night.
Avoid Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends unless you enjoy sitting in traffic for two hours to travel five miles.
Myrtle Beach Scores
Solo
5/10
Couples
6/10
Families
10/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
4/10
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