Weekend full moon to bring coastal flooding and king tides in Myrtle Beach area

Although the weekend will remain relatively rain-free, the full moon is expected to bring coastal flooding to the Myrtle Beach area.

Beach high tide will be at 7:49 p.m. Saturday, according to the latest National Weather Service report.

Tide height is expected to reach eight feet tonight and nearly 9 feet by Sunday evening.

High tides during a full moon are called “king tides.” They also occur when the moon passes close to the moon during its orbit.

Wind and seas should reach small craft advisory criteria tonight through Sunday night, the latest report says. The risk of rip currents is expected to increase by early next week.

Beach high tides on Sunday are scheduled for 8:03 a.m. and 8:36 p.m.