Murrells Inlet, South Carolina Weather
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Murrells Inlet, Georgetown County.
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About Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
Murrells Inlet is a sliver of South Carolina coast where salt marsh meets a bustling waterfront, a place defined by the ebb and flow of tides and the persistent cry of gulls. It lies 13.0 miles south-west of Myrtle Beach, SC (from Myrtle Beach, SC: bearing 223°T), and is situated 9.5 miles south-south-west of Socastee. The air here carries the briny perfume of the sea, mingling with the sweet scent of blooming jasmine and the faint, smoky whisper from nearby barbecue pits. Live oaks, draped in Spanish moss like ancient, bearded sentinels, stand guard over the inlets and creeks, their gnarled branches reaching towards a sky that often burns with the fiery hues of sunset. The landscape is a study in muted greens and blues, the shimmering waterways reflecting the broad, sun-drenched expanse above, while the land itself, low and yielding, seems to absorb the very essence of the coastal climate. This vibrant fishing village has long been tethered to the bounty of the sea, its economy historically shaped by the oyster beds and the rich fishing grounds that drew settlers centuries ago. The inlet itself, a natural harbor, was a vital artery for trade and sustenance, a role it continues to play, albeit with a modern twist. Today, Murrells Inlet is renowned for its lively restaurant row, a stretch of establishments that celebrate the day’s catch with a passion that borders on reverence, drawing visitors from far and wide to savor its seafood. The nearby Huntington Beach State Park preserves a significant portion of the natural coastline, a sanctuary for migratory birds and a testament to the enduring beauty of this coastal ecosystem, offering a quiet counterpoint to the vibrant energy of the inlet's commercial heart.
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| Location | Murrells Inlet, Georgetown County, South Carolina |
| Coordinates | 33.551002°N, 79.041426°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 29576 |
| Area Code | 843, 854 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Murrells Inlet, South Carolina Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Murrells Inlet includes coordinates 33.551002°N, 79.041426°W, situated in Georgetown County. ZIP code 29576. Telephone area code: 843, 854. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
