Pawleys Island water temperature today

Pawleys Island, South Carolina

Pawleys Island water temperature today is 70°F. Is it cold? It's mild for most people, so plan on a spring suit (2mm).

Water temperature refreshed hourly from an observed station reading.

Pawleys Island water stays swimmable most of the year, but winter cold fronts can drop temps fast. Hurricane season brings the warmest water alongside the best waves. This guide helps you pick the right rubber for each season.

70°F8° this week
Spring suit (2mm)

A spring suit or shorty wetsuit is ideal

7-Day Temperature Trend

Data from Pawleys Island Pier · Updated hourly

Beach Water Temperatures

Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.

70°F

Pawleys Island Pier

Spring suit (2mm)

Surf spots in Pawleys Island

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Pawleys Island Pier

Intermediate

Pawleys Island Pier is the closest named forecast anchor for private Pawleys Island pier-area custom spots. The surf is still an Atlantic-facing sandbar read, with pier-adjacent peaks and tropical-season windows, but the pier and immediate access are private/resident or guest controlled. Use this anchor for nearby custom-spot forecast matching without implying public pier access.

Spot guide for Pawleys Island

Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.

Pawleys Island Pier
pier
lower-intermediate

Pawleys Island Pier is the closest named forecast anchor for private Pawleys Island pier-area custom spots. The surf is still an Atlantic-facing sandbar read, with pier-adjacent peaks and tropical-season windows, but the pier and immediate access are private/resident or guest controlled. Use this anchor for nearby custom-spot forecast matching without implying public pier access.

What to know about water temperature

  • Weekly temperature trends and seasonal averages
  • Gear recommendations for dawn patrol versus midday
  • Upwelling signals that drop temps overnight
  • Health and recovery tips for long cold sessions

Surf Guides for Pawleys Island

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
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Style

Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Pawleys Island

Pawleys Island water is 70°F today, which is mild for most people, so most surfers wear a spring suit (2mm). Wind, air temperature, and session length change how cold it feels.
Pawleys Island water is 70°F today. Readings differ from beach to beach and through the day, so check the per-beach temperatures on this page before you go.
Water temperatures in Pawleys Island typically range from 52-82°F. For summer, boardshorts or spring suit is recommended. In winter, you'll want 4/3mm. Spring and fall may require adjusting based on your cold tolerance.
Yes! During June-September, water temperatures in Pawleys Island are warm enough to surf in boardshorts. Outside that window, boardshorts or spring suit is a good baseline for comfortable sessions.

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