Islay, SC

Historical community (former settlement) in Marlboro County, South Carolina

Islay is a historical community (former settlement) in Marlboro County, South Carolina. It is 2.4 miles E of Bennettsville, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 29512.

Islay at a glance

State
South Carolina
County
Marlboro County
ZIP code
29512
Nearest town
Bennettsville (2.4 mi)
Time zone
America/New York
Coordinates
34.6239, -79.7275

Weather in Islay now

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Islay weather by the hour

Islay weather for the next 7 days

Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Islay.

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Sunrise, sunset and moon in Islay

What is the weather usually like in Islay?

Cfa
Humid subtropical climate
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals

Average high and low temperature (°F)

26°44°61°79°96°54°31°Jan58°34°Feb65°40°Mar74°49°Apr81°58°May87°67°Jun91°71°Jul89°69°Aug83°63°Sep74°51°Oct65°40°Nov57°34°Dec

Average precipitation (inches)

3.5"Jan3.1"Feb3.8"Mar3.3"Apr3.7"May4.8"Jun5.2"Jul5.1"Aug5.4"Sep3.9"Oct3.3"Nov3.7"Dec

Best time to visit Islay: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station CHERAW, SC US (USC00381588), adjusted for the elevation of Islay.

Islay weather month by month

January
54° 31°F
3.5 in of rain · 7 wet days❄ 0.1 in of snow
February
58° 34°F
3.1 in of rain · 6 wet days
March
65° 40°F
3.8 in of rain · 7 wet days
April
74° 49°F
3.3 in of rain · 6 wet days
May
81° 58°F
3.7 in of rain · 6 wet days
June
87° 67°F
4.8 in of rain · 7 wet days
July
91° 71°F
5.2 in of rain · 8 wet days
August
89° 69°F
5.1 in of rain · 7 wet days
September
83° 63°F
5.4 in of rain · 5 wet days
October
74° 51°F
3.9 in of rain · 5 wet days
November
65° 40°F
3.3 in of rain · 5 wet days
December
57° 34°F
3.7 in of rain · 6 wet days

Sunrise and sunset in Islay through the year

MonthSunriseSunsetDaylight
January7:24 AM5:32 PM10 h 8 min
February7:02 AM6:03 PM11 h 0 min
March7:27 AM7:27 PM12 h 0 min
April6:45 AM7:52 PM13 h 6 min
May6:14 AM8:16 PM14 h 1 min
June6:04 AM8:34 PM14 h 30 min
July6:16 AM8:33 PM14 h 17 min
August6:38 AM8:08 PM13 h 29 min
September7:00 AM7:27 PM12 h 26 min
October7:23 AM6:45 PM11 h 22 min
November6:51 AM5:15 PM10 h 24 min
December7:17 AM5:11 PM9 h 53 min

Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).

What is the weather like in Islay?

Islay has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 31°F (-0°C).

It gets about 48.6 inches (1,235 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is September and the driest is February.

The best time to visit Islay is April–May and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.

Webcams near Islay

The closest live webcam is Dalcho: I-95 S @ MM 184.8, 22.0 miles SE of Islay.

Dalcho: I-95 S @ MM 184.8Dalcho · 22.0 mi SEOn Windy
Dothan: I-95 S @ MM 187.4Dothan · 22.1 mi SEOn Windy
Dalcho: I-95 N @ MM 186.3Dalcho · 22.1 mi SEOn Windy
Oak Grove: I-95 S @ MM 182.7Oak Grove · 22.1 mi SEOn Windy
Dalcho: I-95 N @ MM 184.1Dalcho · 22.2 mi SEOn Windy
Oak Grove: I-95 N @ MM 180.1Oak Grove · 22.3 mi SEOn Windy
Oak Grove: I-95 N @ MM 179.4Oak Grove · 22.3 mi SEOn Windy
Oak Grove: I-95 S @ MM 181Oak Grove · 22.3 mi SEOn Windy
Oak Grove: I-95 N @ Exit 181Oak Grove · 22.4 mi SEOn Windy

Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Islay.

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Questions about Islay

Where is Islay, SC?

Islay is a historical community (former settlement) in Marlboro County, South Carolina, 2.4 miles E of Bennettsville.

What county is Islay in?

Islay is in Marlboro County, South Carolina.

What is the ZIP code of Islay, SC?

The ZIP code for Islay is 29512.

What is the nearest town to Islay?

Bennettsville, 2.4 miles away.

Are there webcams near Islay?

Yes. The closest is Dalcho: I-95 S @ MM 184.8, 22.0 miles away.

What is the hottest month in Islay?

July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C).

What is the coldest month in Islay?

January, with an average low of 31°F (-0°C).

How much does it rain in Islay?

About 48.6 inches (1,235 mm) a year; the wettest month is September.

Does it snow in Islay?

Rarely: less than an inch in an average year.

When is the best time to visit Islay?

April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.

What climate does Islay have?

Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).

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