Walking Weather in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
In Myrtle Beach, the flat oceanfront makes for easy, level walking. Spring and fall are the most comfortable seasons, good at almost any hour. In the humid summer, take the early morning or the cooler evening.
When to walk, by season
Winter
Winter highs sit near 58°F with lows around 38°F. Shorter daylight means walking a little earlier in the afternoon.
Spring
Spring runs 54–77°F at about 63% humidity — usually Myrtle Beach's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 88°F and 74% humidity make midday hard work — head out early or after sunset, and check the pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 57–77°F at about 67% humidity — often the best stretch of the year for an unhurried walk.
The months people ask about
The easy months to plan around, and the ones worth timing carefully in Myrtle Beach.
Walking the dog in Myrtle Beach
- •Summer pavement and boardwalk planks get hot — give them a hand check first
- •Early morning and after-dark walks are the safe summer windows for dogs
In a Myrtle Beach summer the ground can get hot enough to burn paws. Walk Window's Dog Walker mode watches the ground as well as the air and tells you when to wait. More on keeping your dog safe in Myrtle Beach →
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to walk in Myrtle Beach?
The most comfortable months to walk in Myrtle Beach are April, May, October, November. In the hot months, the early morning before the heat builds is your reliable window.
Is it too hot to walk in Myrtle Beach in summer?
Summer middays in Myrtle Beach can be hard going, and the pavement gets hot enough to matter for dogs. The early morning and the cooler evening still work — that's the window to take.
When is the most comfortable season to walk in Myrtle Beach?
Myrtle Beach has a humid subtropical with warm summers and mild winters. The easiest walking lands in April and May, when the temperature and humidity are at their kindest.
