Soil Temperature in South Carolina
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across South Carolina is 78°F, based on 4 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 75°F to 80°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.
Current Planting Conditions
Warm-season grasses are actively growing across South Carolina with soil averaging 78°F at 2 inches. Bermuda, zoysia, and St. Augustine can be seeded or sodded now. Cool-season overseeding is closing for the season.
Monitoring Stations in South Carolina (4)
| Station | 2" Temp | Last Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Pee Dee (Darlington) | 78°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Youmans Farm (Hampton) | 75°F | 2026-05-18 |
| McClellanville 7 NE | 80°F | 2026-05-18 |
| Blackville 3 W | 77°F | 2026-05-18 |
Cities in South Carolina (40)
| City | ZIP | Current Temp | Distance from state center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aiken | 29801 | — | 54 mi |
| Anderson | 29621 | — | 108 mi |
| Beaufort | 29901 | — | 105 mi |
| Boiling Springs | 29316 | — | 100 mi |
| Camden | 29020 | — | 30 mi |
| Charleston | 29401 | — | 96 mi |
| Clemson | 29631 | — | 122 mi |
| Columbia | 29201 | — | 10 mi |
| Conway | 29526 | — | 106 mi |
| Darlington | 29532 | — | 64 mi |
| Duncan | 29334 | — | 98 mi |
| Easley | 29640 | — | 115 mi |
| Florence | 29501 | — | 67 mi |
| Fort Mill | 29707 | — | 73 mi |
| Gaffney | 29340 | — | 90 mi |
| Georgetown | 29440 | — | 96 mi |
| Greenville | 29601 | — | 107 mi |
| Greenwood | 29646 | — | 74 mi |
| Greer | 29650 | — | 103 mi |
| Hartsville | 29550 | — | 56 mi |
| Hilton Head Island | 29925 | — | 118 mi |
| Hodges | 29653 | — | 80 mi |
| Johns Island | 29455 | — | 90 mi |
| Jonesville | 29353 | — | 75 mi |
| Lancaster | 29720 | — | 58 mi |
| Lexington | 29071 | — | 20 mi |
| Mc Cormick | 29835 | — | 79 mi |
| Mount Pleasant | 29464 | — | 97 mi |
| Myrtle Beach | 29572 | — | 121 mi |
| North Augusta | 29841 | — | 66 mi |
| North Charleston | 29405 | — | 90 mi |
| North Myrtle Beach | 29582 | — | 128 mi |
| Orangeburg | 29115 | — | 29 mi |
| Rock Hill | 29730 | — | 69 mi |
| Seneca | 29672 | — | 131 mi |
| Simpsonville | 29680 | — | 96 mi |
| Spartanburg | 29301 | — | 93 mi |
| Summerville | 29483 | — | 74 mi |
| Sumter | 29150 | — | 31 mi |
| West Columbia | 29169 | — | 12 mi |
Soil Temperature FAQ for South Carolina
What is the current soil temperature in South Carolina?
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across South Carolina is 78°F, based on 4 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 75°F to 80°F depending on location and elevation.
When should I apply pre-emergent in South Carolina?
Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across South Carolina, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.
When can I plant grass seed in South Carolina?
Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.