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Current radar over Socastee, South Carolina red dot
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Our radar is based off of US NEXRAD and Canadian weather radar sites through the quality controlled MRMS system. It compiles various sources for radar data and filters out erroneous returns such as sun spikes and ground clutter. We then colorize the precipitation based on our methods for determining precipitation type. Rain is in shades of green, mixed precipitation and freezing rain in shades of pink and snow is in shades of blue.

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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Horry County, SC

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Socastee, South Carolina

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Socastee, SC please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Socastee, SC

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Socastee, SC, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Socastee, South Carolina

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Horry County, South Carolina

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Climate Summary for Socastee, South Carolina

Location

Horry County, South Carolina
Coordinates

33.85°N, 78.82°W

Climate Type

Humid subtropical

Average Temperature

    •   Annual: 63.8°F (17.7°C)
    •   January: 46.4°F (8.0°C)
    •   July: 82.3°F (27.9°C)

Average Precipitation

    •   Annual: 53.63 inches (136.2 cm)
    •   Driest month: October (3.03 inches)
    •   Wettest month: August (6.87 inches)

Sunshine

    •   Annual: 2,700 hours
    •   Clear days: 200 per year
    •   Partly cloudy days: 120 per year
    •   Cloudy days: 245 per year

Extreme Weather

    •   Hurricanes and tropical storms are possible, especially during the summer and fall.
    •   Tornadoes are rare but can occur.
    •   Heat waves with temperatures above 90°F (32°C) are common during the summer.
    •   Cold spells with temperatures below freezing are possible during the winter.

Other Climate Features

    •   High humidity throughout the year
    •   Mild winters with occasional cold snaps
    •   Hot and humid summers with frequent thunderstorms
    •   Coastal location influences the climate, providing a moderating effect on temperatures

Climate Trends

    •   Rising temperatures: Average temperatures have increased by about 1°F (0.6°C) in the past 50 years.
    •   Increasing precipitation: Annual precipitation has increased by about 10% in the past 50 years.
    •   More frequent extreme weather events: Hurricanes, tropical storms, and heat waves have become more common in recent years.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Socastee is home to the Waccamaw River, one of the largest blackwater rivers in the world.

    •   The area is rich in biodiversity, with over 200 species of birds, 50 species of mammals, and 100 species of fish.

    •   The Socastee Swamp is a vital wetland ecosystem that supports a variety of plant and animal life.

Science

    •   Socastee is the site of the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge, which conducts scientific research on the area's ecology.

    •   The University of South Carolina's Belle W. Baruch Institute for Coastal Ecology and Forest Science has a research station in Socastee.

Personalities

    •   Poet and author Archibald Rutledge lived in Socastee from 1925 until his death in 1973.

    •   Naturalist and conservationist Belle W. Baruch was instrumental in establishing the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge.

    •   Singer and songwriter Darius Rucker grew up in Socastee.

Tourist Attractions
1.Brookgreen Gardens

is a botanical garden and sculpture garden located in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Myrtle Beach area, and it features over 9,000 acres of gardens, sculptures, and wildlife.

2.Huntington Beach State Park

is a state park located in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. It is one of the most popular beaches in the Myrtle Beach area, and it features a wide variety of activities, including swimming, sunbathing, fishing, and hiking.

3.Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

is a boardwalk located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Myrtle Beach area, and it features a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

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