What should I pack for an August trip to North Carolina?

What do i pack for vacation?

• I'm going to south carolina in a week and a half for spring break and i'm not quite sure how there weather is there in april. What should i pack for my trip down there. I am ...show more

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  Well..you should just take a look at the standard weather predictions in SC South Carolina has always been an attractive destination for both high end and budget conscious travellers and during this economy it has become an ever more attractive place to vacation. It is a destination that one go pretty much anytime during the year, boasts of mild winters and long gorgeous summers. The best times to visit the state’s coastal areas, beaches and towns are during spring, summer as well as fall. Most families and golf enthusiasts should prefer to visit during the summer and retirees and people interested in quieter activities like hiking and RV travellers should consider the fall and spring seasons as it is quieter during that time of the year. That being said – to vist the great historical and cultural attractions, any time of the year is a good time. Here are some of the things you should consider: The high season to visit is from May through August The off season is December through February The shoulder season is from March and April and then from September throughNovember Weather South Carolina has a humid, sub-tropical climate, with long, hot summers and short, mild winters. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons. In winter, temperatures generally average 5 to 7°C (40 to 45°F) in inland areas, and 12 to 15ºC (55 to 60°F) by the shore. Summer temperatures, modified by mountains in some areas and by sea breezes in others, range from 24 to 29ºC (75 to 85°F), and can reach as high as 32ºC (90°F) and above. Required Clothing Lightweights are advised throughout the year, with warmer clothes for winter. Beachwear is popular, and protection from the midday sun, such as sunglasses and sun hats, is advisable.