Heat Advisory issued for Grand Strand on Wednesday

A Heat Advisory will be in effect on Wednesday, September 2, as high heat and humidity return to the Grand Strand and inland areas. Temperatures are expected to reach the 90s, with humidity pushing heat index values between 105 and 108 degrees during much of the afternoon and early evening hours.

The hot weather pattern will persist through the remainder of the week. By Thursday and Friday, heat index readings are projected to climb further, reaching between 105 and 110 degrees across the region. Inland locations may see actual air temperatures soar into the mid-to-upper 90s, while coastal communities along the Grand Strand experience highs in the lower 90s.

Residents, outdoor workers, visitors, and families involved in youth sports practices or outdoor chores should prepare for the hazardous heat. Anyone spending extended periods outside is urged to take frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas, limit direct sun exposure during peak afternoon hours, and stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

Relief from the excessive heat will arrive gradually over the Labor Day holiday weekend as a weak cold front moves into the Carolinas. Very hot conditions will linger into Saturday, accompanied by heat index values up to 110 and late-afternoon scattered storms. Sunday will bring additional scattered showers and storms alongside slightly lower temperatures. By Labor Day on Monday, rain chances are expected to decrease significantly, with highs cooling down into the mid-80s.