Hilton Head Beach, SC
Sunrise to Sunset
505 miles
79
°F
7
11
mph
61
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 1 PM-4 PM — consider alternative times
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 1 PM-3 PM (UV Index 7)
About This Beach
Burkes Beach offers a blend of serene natural beauty and family-friendly appeal, though access involves a lengthy walk across sand. While relatively uncrowded compared to other Hilton Head beaches, its calm waters and dog-friendly policy (with time restrictions) draw a diverse crowd. Limited amenities onsite necessitate utilizing nearby Chaplin Community Park for facilities like restrooms and showers.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/18/2026, 12:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 80° | 6 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 79° | 7 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 82° | 7 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 80° | 7 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 78° | 6 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 78° | 4 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 76° | 3 | 13 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/18/2026, 12:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 70°F | 1.6 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -2.3 ft |
| 13:00 | 71°F | 1.6 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -3.9 ft |
| 14:00 | 71°F | 1.6 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -5.0 ft |
| 15:00 | 71°F | 1.7 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -5.3 ft |
| 16:00 | 71°F | 1.8 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -4.4 ft |
| 17:00 | 71°F | 1.9 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -2.5 ft |
| 18:00 | 71°F | 2 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -0.3 ft |