Hilton Head Beach, SC
Sunrise to Sunset
551 miles
74
°F
1
9
mph
61
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
High Tide Alert
High Tide Alert: Extreme high tide at 10:14 AM — beach access very limited
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended at 2 PM (UV Index 8)
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: 4/19/2026, 9:00:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 74° | 1 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 78° | 2 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 80° | 4 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 83° | 6 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 84° | 6 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 83° | 8 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 84° | 3 | 13 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/19/2026, 9:00:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 70°F | 1.5 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | +1.5 ft |
| 10:00 | 71°F | 1.5 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | +1.4 ft |
| 11:00 | 71°F | 1.4 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | +0.4 ft |
| 12:00 | 71°F | 1.5 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -1.1 ft |
| 13:00 | 71°F | 1.5 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -2.8 ft |
| 14:00 | 71°F | 1.6 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -4.3 ft |
| 15:00 | 71°F | 1.6 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -5.2 ft |