Watergate, SC
Unincorporated community in Horry County, South Carolina
Watergate is a small unincorporated community in Horry County, South Carolina. It is 1.7 miles W of Socastee, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 29588.
Watergate at a glance
- State
- South Carolina
- County
- Horry County
- ZIP code
- 29588
- Nearest town
- Socastee (1.7 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 33.6936, -78.9803
Weather in Watergate now
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Watergate weather by the hour
Watergate weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Watergate.
This week in Watergate
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Watergate
What is the weather usually like in Watergate?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 87°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 34°F average low
- 53.6 inprecipitation per year · 1,361 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Watergate: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station MYRTLE BEACH, SC US (USC00386153), adjusted for the elevation of Watergate.
Watergate weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Watergate through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:31 PM | 10 h 12 min |
| February | 6:58 AM | 6:01 PM | 11 h 2 min |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:24 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 | 6:03 AM | 8:29 PM | 14 h 25 min |
| July | 6:15 AM | 8:28 PM | 14 h 13 min |
| August | 6:36 AM | 8:03 PM | 13 h 26 min |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:23 PM | 12 h 25 min |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:43 PM | 11 h 23 min |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:14 PM | 10 h 27 min |
| December | 7:11 AM | 5:10 PM | 9 h 58 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Watergate?
Watergate has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 87°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 34°F (1°C).
It gets about 53.6 inches (1,361 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is September and the driest is November.
The best time to visit Watergate 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 Watergate
The closest live webcam is Myrtle Beach: Latitude: US 17 S @ SC 707 (Backgate), 1.3 miles SE of Watergate.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Watergate.
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- Villa Woods2.2 mi NE
- Tarpon Bay2.6 mi NE
- Cypress Creek3.0 mi NE
- Crystal Lake3.2 mi SE
- Woodland Park subdivision3.4 mi SE
- Konig3.6 mi E
- Westwood Estates3.7 mi N
- Myrtle Ridge3.8 mi E
- Prestwick4.1 mi S
- Myrtle Heights subdivision4.2 mi E
- Ramsey Acres subdivision4.2 mi E
- Ramsey Acres subdivision4.2 mi E
Questions about Watergate
Where is Watergate, SC?
Watergate is an unincorporated community in Horry County, South Carolina, 1.7 miles W of Socastee.
What county is Watergate in?
Watergate is in Horry County, South Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Watergate, SC?
The ZIP code for Watergate is 29588.
What is the nearest town to Watergate?
Socastee, 1.7 miles away.
Are there webcams near Watergate?
Yes. The closest is Myrtle Beach: Latitude: US 17 S @ SC 707 (Backgate), 1.3 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Watergate?
July, with an average high of 87°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Watergate?
January, with an average low of 34°F (1°C).
How much does it rain in Watergate?
About 53.6 inches (1,361 mm) a year; the wettest month is September.
Does it snow in Watergate?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Watergate?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Watergate have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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