Cold Front Brings Scattered Showers and Fall Transition to Grand Strand
A cold front moving across the Grand Strand on September 22 brought scattered coastal showers before clearing the way for cooler temperatures and reduced humidity.
Why this matters locally
The weather pattern shift marks the end of late-summer humidity across the Grand Strand, bringing cooler temperatures and clearer skies that benefit outdoor activities, sports, and weekend travel.
Grand Strand and Pee Dee residents experienced unsettled weather on September 22 as lingering humidity, cloud cover, and scattered showers moved through the coastal region. WMBF meteorologists noted that the highest coverage for rain and storms focused along the beaches, while inland areas saw more scattered afternoon activity. Afternoon highs reached the lower 80s along the coast and the mid-to-upper 80s inland.
A cold front pushing through the region on Tuesday night initiated a major weather pattern shift. Behind the front, a classic inland wedge setup was expected to lock in cool northerly breezes, driving temperatures down below seasonal averages across the Grand Strand. Highs were forecast to peak in the upper 70s to lower 80s on Wednesday before dropping further into the 70s by Thursday. Low-level moisture trapped beneath the wedge brought persistent clouds and light drizzle.
A true fall feel was slated to arrive by Friday as high pressure settles into the region. Late-week conditions were expected to clear out morning clouds, bringing afternoon sunshine and comfortable highs in the mid-70s. Morning lows were forecast to drop into the low-to-mid 50s inland and the upper 50s along the coast, offering crisp evening conditions for high school football games and weekend outdoor gatherings.
The pleasant weather is set to hold through the upcoming weekend, featuring lower humidity, highs in the upper 70s, and abundant sunshine. Coastal residents, commuters, and visitors planning outdoor trips or weekend festivals can look forward to ideal weather conditions across North Myrtle Beach and the broader Grand Strand.
Quick facts
- Date of shift: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
- Mid-week conditions: Highs in 70s with clouds and lingering showers
- Late-week outlook: Highs in mid-70s, morning lows in the 50s
- Weekend weather: Clear skies, low humidity, highs in the upper 70s
Community brief · prepared from WMBF News — Grand Strand material · original source
