South Carolina Weather Forecast
South Carolina weather: 56°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in South Carolina
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| General | Conditions are comfortable for most people, including children and older adults, with normal clothing. |
Next 24 hours
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Carolina?
South Carolina is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 34.0007, -81.0348. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in South Carolina right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit South Carolina?
April, June, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in South Carolina, which has a temperate climate. January, July and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is South Carolina in?
South Carolina observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 12:12 AM.
How many people live in South Carolina?
South Carolina has a population of approximately 5.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to South Carolina?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 196 mi away.
What are the top things to do in South Carolina?
Popular options include Congaree National Park, Hunting Island State Park, Myrtle Beach, Chimney Rock State Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Grayson Highlands State Park.
What places are in South Carolina?
South Carolina covers 5 places in this atlas, including Congaree National Park, Charleston, Hunting Island State Park, Myrtle Beach and Charleston County.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 12:12 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
