
The most detailed information about the water temperature in Hilton Head Island in Atlantic Ocean (South Carolina, United States). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Hilton Head Island for a week.
Water temperature in Hilton Head Island right now
data updated 35 minutes ago71°F

yesterday: 71°F
a week ago: 77°F
Trend: slow rise
Today water temperature in Hilton Head Island is 71.8°F. It is the most comfortable swimming water in any body of water, especially on a hot day. This temperature range is recognized as the most optimal for prolonged bathing. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 76°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today is significantly lower than the average on this day in recent years. Its value has rise over the last week, but has drop compared to 20 days ago. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 77°F. Water temperature range in Hilton Head Island in June is from 69 to 86 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Hilton Head Island will slowly rise for at least the next 10 days and reach a value of 72°F.
Table of water temperature values in Hilton Head Island
Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
May 29 | 22.9°C | 24.3°C | |
May 30 | 23.2°C | 25.0°C | |
May 31 | 22.1°C | 24.8°C | |
Jun 1 | 22.1°C | 24.3°C | |
Jun 2 | 22.4°C | 25.3°C | |
Jun 3 | 22.4°C | 25.0°C | |
Jun 4 | 21.8°C | 24.5°C | |
Jun 5 | 22.1°C | 25.8°C | |
Jun 6 | 25.8°C | 22.1°C | |
Jun 7 | 25.5°C | 21.8°C | |
Jun 8 | 27.0°C | 23.1°C | |
Jun 9 | 25.5°C | 21.8°C | |
Jun 10 | 26.0°C | 22.3°C | |
Jun 11 | 26.3°C | 22.5°C | |
Jun 12 | 26.0°C | 22.3°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in United States.

Annual graph of average water temperature change in Hilton Head Island

Water temperature in Hilton Head Island by month
Hilton Head Island located in the northern hemisphere, at latitude 32 degrees. The comfortable water temperature for swimming is set here in April, almost always only at the end of the month. During a year in Hilton Head Island there are 206 days of swimming. In general, the swimming season ends In November. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Hilton Head Island is 70°F, by the seasons: in winter 58°F, in spring 66°F, in summer 81°F, in autumn 75°F. Minimum water temperature (54°F) in Hilton Head Island it happens in February, maximum (85°F) in August.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Hilton Head Island changes in each specific month:
Hilton Head Island: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
City | Water* | Distance** |
Daufuskie Island | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 15km |
Parris Island | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 17km |
Tybee Island | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 24km |
Fripp Island | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 27km |
Savannah | 71°C ![]() ![]() | 34km |
Montgomery | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 47km |
Edisto Beach | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 50km |
Seabrook Island | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 67km |
Kiawah Island | 73°C ![]() ![]() | 78km |
Blackbeard Island | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 87km |
Folly Beach | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 91km |
Charleston | 72°C ![]() ![]() | 99km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers

The warmest water today in United States recorded in Cudjoe Key, its value is 85°F. Lowest - in Kotzebue, there water temperature now 29°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 64°F.
Water temperature data in Hilton Head Island and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 5 kilometers. This is Hilton Head (HHH) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Hilton Head Island: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Hilton Head Island


humidity: 56%, clouds: 42%


humidity: 70%, clouds: 71%


humidity: 75%, clouds: 100%


humidity: 83%, clouds: 74%


humidity: 88%, clouds: 2%


humidity: 78%, clouds: 16%


humidity: 55%, clouds: 88%


humidity: 43%, clouds: 49%


humidity: 54%, clouds: 81%


humidity: 73%, clouds: 51%


humidity: 79%, clouds: 19%


humidity: 77%, clouds: 51%


humidity: 78%, clouds: 95%


humidity: 72%, clouds: 82%


humidity: 48%, clouds: 30%


humidity: 40%, clouds: 59%


humidity: 45%, clouds: 92%


humidity: 62%, clouds: 80%


humidity: 84%, clouds: 52%


humidity: 91%, clouds: 47%


humidity: 95%, clouds: 34%


humidity: 89%, clouds: 27%


humidity: 54%, clouds: 13%


humidity: 52%, clouds: 26%


humidity: 79%, clouds: 81%


humidity: 85%, clouds: 86%


humidity: 87%, clouds: 93%


humidity: 91%, clouds: 87%


humidity: 93%, clouds: 80%


humidity: 85%, clouds: 66%


humidity: 52%, clouds: 48%


humidity: 37%, clouds: 34%


humidity: 42%, clouds: 7%


humidity: 60%, clouds: 4%


humidity: 69%, clouds: 1%


humidity: 73%, clouds: 1%
