URGENT UPDATE: Rain continues to soak Myrtle Beach, SC today, marking a gloomy end to the work week. However, relief is on the horizon with a beautiful weekend expected to follow.
As of Friday, March 15, 2024, the initial cold front has stalled just off the coast, resulting in persistent showers and cloudy skies throughout the day. Residents are advised to prepare for wet conditions, especially this morning when showers will be steady. Keep umbrellas handy and allow extra time for travel as pockets of heavier rain could disrupt plans.
Temperatures will remain cool due to the rain and cloud cover, reaching only the mid to upper 50s, with some areas possibly touching 60 degrees. By this afternoon, the rainfall is expected to lighten, transitioning into a light mist and drizzle as the day progresses.
THIS WEEKEND: Thankfully, drier air is moving in, promising to clear up the weather for the weekend. Although clouds will linger into the overnight hours, the chance of morning sprinkles on Saturday has been eliminated. Expect cloudy skies at dawn, but conditions will improve quickly, leading to a breezy day with highs in the low to mid 60s.
Sunday is poised to be the standout day of the weekend, bringing abundant sunshine with temperatures climbing to the upper 60s along the beaches and lower 70s inland. This shift to spring-like weather is just what residents need after a dreary Friday.
Stay tuned for updates as conditions evolve, and enjoy the upcoming beautiful weekend! For more information and timely updates, download the WMBF app.
