Hilton Head Beach, SC
Sunrise to Sunset
551 miles
44
°F
4
8
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34
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-4 PM — not ideal for kids (10s wave period)
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: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 44° | 4 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 44° | 4 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 45° | 3 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 45° | 2 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 45° | 1 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 42° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 42° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 53°F | 0.5 ft | 10s | → E | -3.9 ft |
| 14:00 | 53°F | 0.5 ft | 10s | → E | -3.1 ft |
| 15:00 | 53°F | 0.5 ft | 10s | → E | -2.2 ft |
| 16:00 | 53°F | 0.5 ft | 9s | → E | -1.2 ft |
| 17:00 | 53°F | 0.7 ft | 8s | → E | -0.3 ft |
| 18:00 | 53°F | 0.7 ft | 6s | → E | -0.1 ft |
| 19:00 | 53°F | 0.9 ft | 4s | → E | -0.5 ft |