Thompson, SC
Historical community (former settlement) in Georgetown County, South Carolina
Thompson is a historical community (former settlement) in Georgetown County, South Carolina. It is 1.8 miles SW of Murrells Inlet, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 29576.
Thompson at a glance
- State
- South Carolina
- County
- Georgetown County
- ZIP code
- 29576
- Nearest town
- Murrells Inlet (1.8 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 33.5778, -79.0386
Weather in Thompson now
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Thompson weather by the hour
Thompson weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Thompson.
This week in Thompson
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Thompson
What is the weather usually like in Thompson?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 88°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 37°F average low
- 55.3 inprecipitation per year · 1,405 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Thompson: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station BROOKGREEN GARDENS, SC US (USC00381093), adjusted for the elevation of Thompson.
Thompson weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Thompson through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:32 PM | 10 h 13 min |
| February | 6:58 AM | 6:01 PM | 11 h 3 min |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:25 PM | 12 h 0 min |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:48 PM | 13 h 4 min |
| May | 6:13 AM | 8:11 PM | 13 h 57 min |
| June | 6:04 AM | 8:29 PM | 14 h 25 min |
| July | 6:15 AM | 8:28 PM | 14 h 12 min |
| August | 6:37 AM | 8:03 PM | 13 h 26 min |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:24 PM | 12 h 25 min |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:43 PM | 11 h 24 min |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:14 PM | 10 h 28 min |
| December | 7:11 AM | 5:10 PM | 9 h 59 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Thompson?
Thompson has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 37°F (3°C).
It gets about 55.3 inches (1,405 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is September and the driest is November.
The best time to visit Thompson 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 Thompson
The closest live webcam is Murrells Inlet: US 17 N @ Bellamy Ave, 1.5 miles S of Thompson.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Thompson.
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Questions about Thompson
Where is Thompson, SC?
Thompson is a historical community (former settlement) in Georgetown County, South Carolina, 1.8 miles SW of Murrells Inlet.
What county is Thompson in?
Thompson is in Georgetown County, South Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Thompson, SC?
The ZIP code for Thompson is 29576.
What is the nearest town to Thompson?
Murrells Inlet, 1.8 miles away.
Are there webcams near Thompson?
Yes. The closest is Murrells Inlet: US 17 N @ Bellamy Ave, 1.5 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Thompson?
July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Thompson?
January, with an average low of 37°F (3°C).
How much does it rain in Thompson?
About 55.3 inches (1,405 mm) a year; the wettest month is September.
Does it snow in Thompson?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Thompson?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Thompson have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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