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Today the maximum temperature will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
Today will have 2.3mm of light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 83%.
The winds will be cross-off shore and light at 14kmh from the West. The light winds will make the temperatures feel colder.
Folly Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:13 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 79% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.
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.
This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
There will be 2 days of light rain with an average of 2.5mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 2.3mm of rain and Sunday will have 2.7mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 90%.
| 12 AM | 3 AM | 6 AM | 9 AM | 12 PM | 3 PM | 6 PM | 9 PM |
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| 11° | 10° | 9° | 9° | 10° | 10° | 10° | 10° |
| 100% | 100% | 70% | 69% | 72% | 79% | 79% | 100% |
| 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.1mm | 0.1mm | 0.9mm | 1.2mm | 0.0mm |
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| 12 AM | 3 AM | 6 AM | 9 AM | 12 PM | 3 PM | 6 PM | 9 PM |
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| 10° | 9° | 8° | 8° | 9° | 10° | 11° | 10° |
| 93% | 93% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.8mm | 1.9mm |
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| 12 AM | 3 AM | 6 AM | 9 AM | 12 PM | 3 PM | 6 PM | 9 PM |
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| 10° | 9° | 9° | 9° | 10° | 12° | 11° | 6° |
| 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 66% | 34% | 41% | 100% |
| 1.1mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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| 12 AM | 3 AM | 6 AM | 9 AM | 12 PM | 3 PM | 6 PM | 9 PM |
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| 4° | 2° | 1° | 1° | 6° | 9° | 8° | 8° |
| 12% | 7% | 3% | 0% | 5% | 7% | 21% | 3% |
| 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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| 12 AM | 3 AM | 6 AM | 9 AM | 12 PM | 3 PM | 6 PM | 9 PM |
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| 8° | 7° | 7° | 7° | 11° | 14° | 14° | 12° |
| 47% | 26% | 38% | 47% | 51% | 8% | 6% | 45% |
| 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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| 12° | 11° | 10° | 12° | 16° | 17° | 16° | 17° |
| 70% | 8% | 4% | 4% | 5% | 11% | 26% | 71% |
| 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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| 17° | 17° | 17° | 18° | 19° | 18° | 16° | 12° |
| 54% | 21% | 35% | 61% | 68% | 30% | 7% | 1% |
| 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm | 0.0mm |
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| 5.6s | 5.3s | 9.8s | 9.8s | 9.7s | 9.6s | 9.6s | 9.5s |
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9 kmh
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| 9.4s | 9.3s | 9.3s | 9.2s | 9.2s | 9.2s | 9.2s | 9.1s |
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18 kmh
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| 9.1s | 9.1s | 9.0s | 9.0s | 9.0s | 8.9s | 8.9s | 9.0s |
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| 7.7s | 8.2s | 8.3s | 8.4s | 8.4s | 8.4s | 8.4s | 8.4s |
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| 8.4s | 8.4s | 8.4s | 8.2s | 8.1s | 8.2s | 8.3s | 8.2s |
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16 kmh
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16 kmh
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19 kmh
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| 8.1s | 6.5s | 6.0s | 6.4s | 6.6s | 8.9s | 7.6s | 8.8s |
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33 kmh
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33 kmh
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33 kmh
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26 kmh
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23 kmh
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25 kmh
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26 kmh
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| 9.9s | 9.8s | 8.1s | 6.9s | 6.8s | 6.8s | 6.7s | 6.5s |
| 2:12 AM | 8:39 AM | 3:08 PM | 9:05 PM |
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| -0.25 | 2.07 | -0.10 | 1.61 |
| 3:06 AM | 9:35 AM | 4:00 PM | 10:03 PM |
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| -0.21 | 2.00 | -0.06 | 1.58 |
| 3:59 AM | 10:31 AM | 4:52 PM | 11:01 PM |
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| -0.13 | 1.91 | 0.00 | 1.55 |
| 4:55 AM | 11:25 AM | 5:45 PM |
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| -0.04 | 1.80 | 0.06 |
| 12:00 AM | 5:53 AM | 12:19 PM | 6:40 PM |
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| 12:58 AM | 6:54 AM | 1:11 PM | 7:33 PM |
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| 1.52 | 0.15 | 1.60 | 0.13 |
| 1:54 AM | 7:56 AM | 2:01 PM | 8:24 PM |
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| 1.53 | 0.20 | 1.52 | 0.14 |
| Sat 6th December |
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| 11° |
| 2.3mm |
| 8kmh W |
| 83% |
| Sun 7th December |
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| 11° |
| 2.7mm |
| 3kmh ESE |
| 98% |
| Mon 8th December |
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| 12° |
| 1.1mm |
| 20kmh NNE |
| 80% |
| Tue 9th December |
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| 9° |
| 0.0mm |
| 14kmh NNE |
| 7% |
| Wed 10th December |
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| 16° |
| 0.0mm |
| 10kmh WNW |
| 33% |
| Thu 11th December |
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| 18° |
| 0.0mm |
| 15kmh SW |
| 24% |
| Fri 12th December |
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| 19° |
| 0.0mm |
| 24kmh WSW |
| 34% |
| Sat 13th December |
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| 9° |
| 0.0mm |
| 13kmh NE |
| 4% |
| Sun 14th December |
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| 16° |
| 0.0mm |
| 5kmh ESE |
| 40% |
| Mon 15th December |
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| 13° |
| 3.2mm |
| 11kmh NNW |
| 72% |
| Tue 16th December |
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| 10° |
| 0.0mm |
| 16kmh NNE |
| 0% |
| Wed 17th December |
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| 18° |
| 0.0mm |
| 9kmh S |
| 12% |
| Thu 18th December |
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| 22° |
| 0.3mm |
| 8kmh SSW |
| 53% |
| Fri 19th December |
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| 22° |
| 0.7mm |
| 18kmh WSW |
| 61% |
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 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 1.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 43%.
If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Folly Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kayaking: Explore the surrounding marshes or take a guided tour with one of the local kayak rental companies.
Fishing: Fishing enthusiasts will enjoy casting their lines off the Folly Beach Pier or booking a deep-sea fishing charter.
Beach Volleyball: There are several beach volleyball courts available for public use along Folly Beach.
Biking: Rent a bike and explore the island's scenic paths and trails.
Folly Beach offers a range of accommodation options, including beachfront hotels, vacation rentals, and charming bed & breakfasts. Some popular areas to stay include:
Beachfront: Staying in a beachfront hotel or rental property allows you to have direct access to the sandy shores and stunning ocean views.
Downtown Folly Beach: Staying in downtown Folly Beach puts you within walking distance of various restaurants, shops, and attractions.
Folly River Area: For a more tranquil experience, consider staying near the Folly River area, where you'll find quieter accommodations surrounded by nature.
Folly Beach offers various amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:
So pack your bags and head to Folly Beach for an unforgettable beach holiday filled with sun, surf, and relaxation!
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