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The Sands beach in Port Royal, South Carolina - Real-time ocean conditions and beach information on Salty

The Sands

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Is The Sands kid-friendly?

The Sands may have limited amenities for young children. Check current conditions before your visit.

Is The Sands good for surfing?

The Sands is better suited for swimming than surfing. Waves are currently 0.7ft.

What is the best time of year to visit The Sands?

Summer months typically offer the warmest water and air temperatures. Shoulder seasons provide fewer crowds with pleasant conditions.

How are the crowds at The Sands?

The Sands tends to have fewer crowds due to limited amenities. Great for those seeking a quieter beach experience.

Is today a good day to swim at The Sands?

Swimming conditions are challenging today. Current conditions: cold water (57°F, wetsuit required), calm waves ideal for swimming.

Real-Time Beach Data

Salty delivers real-time intelligence across land amenities, air quality and weather, ocean conditions, and sun exposure.

🏖 LAND

Facilities & Restrooms

Restrooms: Yes

Parking & Access

Parking: Yes

Recreation & Sports

Boat launch: Yes

Food & Beverage

Vending machines: Yes

Infrastructure

Shelters: Yes

💨 AIR

Air temp: 58°F
Wind: 3 mph
Air pressure: 1020 hPa
Feels like: 60°F
Wind direction: NE
PM 2.5: 11 µg/m³
Humidity: 99%
AQI: 52
PM 10: 14 µg/m³
Rainfall: 0 mm
Visibility: 0 mi
Dew point: 58°F
Conditions: Foggy

💧 SEA

Water temp: 57°F
Wave height: 0.7 ft
Swell direction: SE
Wave period: 6 sec
Current velocity: 0.7 mph
Swell wave direction: SE

☀️ SUN

UV index: 1.75
Sunrise: 7:23 AM
Cloud cover: 94%
Sunset: 5:25 PM
Total daylight hours: 10 hrs

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