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Folly Beach (SC) Climate by Month

The temperature in Folly Beach can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to mild. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Folly Beach. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 15°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 5°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Folly Beach has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1222 mm of rainfall annually. Folly Beach can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 171 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days. In contrast April, experiences much drier conditions, with 69 mm of rainfall, spread across 8 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Folly Beach can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 9.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Charleston, the United States of America (14 KM, 9 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Charleston, the United States of America (14 KM, 9 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Folly Beach in the United States of America

During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Folly Beach?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Folly Beach?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Folly Beach?
    August tops the wettest month list with 171 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Folly Beach?
    April is the driest month with 69 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Folly Beach?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 295 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Folly Beach (SC)

    Fri   Nov 22
    14°C | 6°C
    NW 36 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    17°C | 4°C
    W 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    19°C | 5°C
    S 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain