Can I swim at Isle of Palms right now?

The sea at Isle of Palms is currently 29.1°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Isle of Palms next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Isle of Palms to sit close to 28.4°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Isle of Palms?

June – July – August are typically the warmest months to swim at Isle of Palms, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Isle of Palms?

With water currently at 29.1°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

United States

South Carolina · Atlantic Ocean

Isle of Palms

Popular South Carolina beach near Isle of Palms.

Very warm water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.

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Sea temperature now

29.1°Ctropical

Excellent

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

25.2°C

Wave height

0.7 m

Wind

9.5 km/h

UV index

0.0 UV index

Location

Isle of Palms on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

No wetsuit

At 29.1°C the water is warm enough to swim and surf in just a swimsuit or boardshorts.

Surf & watersports

Tropical-feel conditions. Most swimmers stay comfortable for an hour or more without thermal protection. UV exposure is the bigger risk — sunscreen and a rash vest are worth packing.

Open-water swimming

Open-water swims of 60+ minutes feel comfortable with no neoprene.

Recommendation tuned for Isle of Palms's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Isle of Palms today?

The sea is currently 29.1°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.

Key takeaways

• Located in South Carolina, United States (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan14°C Feb14°C Mar16°C Apr19°C May23°CBest Jun27°CBest Jul29°CBest Aug29°CBest Sep27°CBest Oct23°CBest Nov19°C Dec16°C

14°C → 29°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	14°C	Bracing
Feb	14°C	Bracing
Mar	16°C	Bracing
Apr	19°C	Pleasant
May	23°C	Warm
Jun	27°C	Hot
Jul ⭐	29°C	Hot
Aug	29°C	Hot
Sep	27°C	Hot
Oct	23°C	Warm
Nov	19°C	Pleasant
Dec	16°C	Bracing

Can you swim here? — Isle of Palms