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Retirement Living In Lowcountry - South Carolina


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Area Description

The South Carolina LowCountry is one of the largest growth areas in the country. Uniquely located in the coastal region between Charleston, SC and Savannah, SC. This area isn't big city but boasts as one of the top areas for retirement. There are plenty of communities to choose from whether gated, retirement, river lines or on the beach the LowCountry has earned many destination titles. History, shopping, dining and ecotourism reign here in the Deep South!

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What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Lowcountry, South Carolina?

For those of you that retire in Lowcountry, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Lowcountry such as a movie, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 60's and highs in the mid 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the spring.

Summertime in Lowcountry is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the beach, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the low 80's and highs in the low 90's. Nights are mild with lows in the low 70's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Humidity with lots of moisture in the air may feel oppressive. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in Lowcountry, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are mild with averages in the upper 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  39 F°  50 F°  60 F°
 Feb  42 F°  53 F°  63 F°
 Mar  48 F°  59 F°  69 F°
 Apr  55 F°  66 F°  76 F°
 May  64 F°  73 F°  83 F°
 Jun  71 F°  80 F°  88 F°
 Jul  74 F°  83 F°  91 F°
 Aug  74 F°  82 F°  90 F°
 Sep  69 F°  77 F°  85 F°
 Oct  59 F°  68 F°  77 F°
 Nov  50 F°  60 F°  70 F°
 Dec  42 F°  52 F°  62 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  7  0
 Feb  0  4  0
 Mar  0  1  0
 Apr  0  0  0
 May  3  0  0
 Jun  11  0  0
 Jul  19  0  0
 Aug  15  0  0
 Sep  5  0  0
 Oct  0  0  0
 Nov  0  1  0
 Dec  0  5  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  4 "  10  40 %
 Feb  3 "  8  43 %
 Mar  3 "  8  48 %
 Apr  3 "  7  54 %
 May  2 "  6  62 %
 Jun  5 "  11  71 %
 Jul  6 "  11  73 %
 Aug  7 "  12  73 %
 Sep  5 "  9  69 %
 Oct  4 "  7  60 %
 Nov  3 "  7  52 %
 Dec  3 "  8  44 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  0 "  0  0
 Feb  0 "  0  0
 Mar  0 "  0  0
 Apr  0 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
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Cost of Living for Lowcountry, SC

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Senior Assistance in Lowcountry, SC

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What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Lowcountry Offer For Retirees?

We have hundreds of charitable organizations that are always seeking volunteers
Entry levels jobs in retail and hospitality
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