Joy, SC
Historical community (former settlement) in Horry County, South Carolina
Joy is a historical community (former settlement) in Horry County, South Carolina. It is 4.4 miles SE of Homewood, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 29511.
Joy at a glance
- State
- South Carolina
- County
- Horry County
- ZIP code
- 29511
- Nearest town
- Homewood (4.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 33.9369, -79.1019
Weather in Joy now
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Joy weather by the hour
Joy weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Joy.
This week in Joy
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Joy
What is the weather usually like in Joy?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 91°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 35°F average low
- 55.2 inprecipitation per year · 1,402 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Joy: April–May and October–November, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station CONWAY, SC US (USC00381997), adjusted for the elevation of Joy.
Joy weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Joy through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:31 PM | 10 h 11 min |
| February | 6:59 AM | 6:01 PM | 11 h 2 min |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:25 PM | 12 h 0 min |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:48 PM | 13 h 5 min |
| May | 6:13 AM | 8:12 PM | 13 h 58 min |
| June | 6:03 AM | 8:30 PM | 14 h 27 min |
| July | 6:15 AM | 8:29 PM | 14 h 14 min |
| August | 6:37 AM | 8:04 PM | 13 h 27 min |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:24 PM | 12 h 25 min |
| October | 7:20 AM | 6:43 PM | 11 h 23 min |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:14 PM | 10 h 26 min |
| December | 7:12 AM | 5:10 PM | 9 h 57 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Joy?
Joy 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 35°F (2°C).
It gets about 55.2 inches (1,402 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is April.
The best time to visit Joy is April–May and October–November. 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 Joy
The closest live webcam is Knotty Branch: US 501 N @ SC 22, 3.2 miles W of Joy.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Joy.
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Questions about Joy
Where is Joy, SC?
Joy is a historical community (former settlement) in Horry County, South Carolina, 4.4 miles SE of Homewood.
What county is Joy in?
Joy is in Horry County, South Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Joy, SC?
The ZIP code for Joy is 29511.
What is the nearest town to Joy?
Homewood, 4.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near Joy?
Yes. The closest is Knotty Branch: US 501 N @ SC 22, 3.2 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Joy?
July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C).
What is the coldest month in Joy?
January, with an average low of 35°F (2°C).
How much does it rain in Joy?
About 55.2 inches (1,402 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Joy?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Joy?
April–May and October–November, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Joy have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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