South Carolina Christmas Forecast: No Snow Expected for Myrtle Beach, Florence, or Conway as Warm Coastal Weather Dominates
MYRTLE BEACH, SC — While much of the country braces for cold weather patterns this December, South Carolina’s Grand Strand and Pee Dee regions will stay firmly on the mild side for Christmas week. According to the WMBF First Alert Weather Team, there is no snow in sight for Myrtle Beach, Florence, Conway, or Georgetown, as warm air continues to dominate the forecast.
The station’s latest Christmas Snowfall Forecast map playfully labels the entire area under “None, Zero, Zilch, Nada,” signaling a snow-free holiday from Darlington to North Myrtle Beach.
Dry and Mild Conditions Expected Across the Region
Meteorologists say that despite earlier long-range speculation of a potential cold snap, data now confirms that temperatures will remain above average for much of South Carolina through the Christmas period.
“We’ve been watching the models all week, and there’s no sign of winter precipitation,” said local forecasters. “The pattern stays too warm for any snowflakes — it’s looking like a comfortably mild Christmas along the coast.”
Daytime highs are projected to reach the mid to upper 60s, while overnight lows will hover around the 40s, thanks to consistent southerly winds and limited cloud cover.
Areas Covered in the Forecast
The latest WMBF outlook includes key parts of the Pee Dee and Grand Strand, showing no measurable snowfall for:
- Florence, Darlington, and Hartsville
- Marion, Dillon, and Bennettsville
- Conway, Aynor, and Georgetown
- Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet, and North Myrtle Beach
Even areas farther inland like Laurinburg and Kingstree are expected to stay clear of any winter precipitation.
Why South Carolina Will Stay Snow-Free
Meteorologists attribute the lack of Christmas snowfall to a dominant high-pressure ridge over the Southeast, steering cold air away from the region. While portions of the Midwest and Northeast brace for below-average temperatures, the Carolinas remain under a warmer Pacific flow that limits winter weather chances.
“Simply put, the South Carolina atmosphere doesn’t have the right ingredients for snow this year,” forecasters said. “Ground temperatures are too warm, and there’s no major cold front expected before Christmas.”
Looking Ahead: Post-Holiday Pattern Watch
While the Christmas weekend looks quiet, forecasters are monitoring a potential pattern shift heading into early January, which could bring cooler air and an increased risk of winter-like conditions later in the season.
Until then, residents can expect mild afternoons, chilly mornings, and mostly dry skies through Christmas Day.
Holiday Travel Outlook
Drivers heading across the state should encounter smooth, dry conditions on major routes like I-95, Highway 501, and Highway 17, with no weather-related travel disruptions expected. Air travel through Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) should also remain unaffected by weather delays.
As the holiday approaches, South Carolinians can look forward to clear skies and comfortable conditions — no snow shovels required this Christmas.
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