First sunrise of 2027 in Myrtle Beach: 7:20 a.m. over the ocean, and what’s closed
The sun rises over the Atlantic at about 7:20 a.m. Eastern time on Friday, Jan. 1, 2027, as seen from Myrtle Beach, according to NOAA’s solar calculator equations. It comes up to the east-southeast, at about 117 degrees on a compass, which on the Grand Strand means straight over the ocean.
Because the Grand Strand faces the open ocean to the southeast, a public beach access gives a clear view of the first sunrise of the year.
What time is sunrise on New Year’s Day in Myrtle Beach?
About 7:20 a.m. EST. Plan to be on the sand by about 6:50 a.m., when the sky starts to brighten. The time is calculated from NOAA’s equations for Myrtle Beach’s location, so other apps can differ by a minute, and a low bank of clouds over the water can delay the moment you first see the sun.
Are there First Day Hikes on the Grand Strand?
South Carolina State Parks posts its First Day Hikes list in late December. Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park, near Murrells Inlet, are the state parks to watch on the Grand Strand. We will add any Jan. 1, 2027, hikes to our New Year’s Day guide once the official list is out.
What is closed on New Year’s Day 2027?
| Office | Jan. 1, 2027 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Post offices and federal offices | Closed | OPM |
| South Carolina state offices | Closed | S.C. Code 53-5-10 |
Jan. 1 is a legal holiday in South Carolina under S.C. Code 53-5-10, so state offices close. It is also a federal holiday, per the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, so post offices and federal offices close. Banks generally follow the Federal Reserve calendar, which treats New Year’s Day as a holiday.
Trash and recycling pickup on Jan. 1 depends on the city or county that serves your address. Check your hauler’s holiday schedule before Dec. 31.
Is New Year’s Eve a holiday too?
Not for federal offices. Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026, is a regular federal workday, and post offices keep normal hours. The federal holiday is Friday, Jan. 1, which gives many workers a three-day weekend through Sunday, Jan. 3.
What should I bring for a sunrise on the beach?
Early January mornings on the beach are cold, and the wind off the ocean makes them feel colder. Bring a jacket, a blanket and a small flashlight for the walk to the sand in the dark. Use a public beach access and stay off the dunes.
How do I get home safely after New Year’s Eve?
Police add DUI patrols over the holiday as part of NHTSA’s national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. If you plan to stay up from the midnight fireworks to the sunrise, pick a designated driver, book a ride or stay within walking distance of the beach.
Who to contact
- Federal holidays: OPM federal holidays
- South Carolina legal holidays: S.C. Code Title 53, Chapter 5
- First Day Hikes: South Carolina State Parks
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Questions and answers
- What time is sunrise in Myrtle Beach on Jan. 1, 2027?
- About 7:20 a.m. Eastern time, over the ocean to the east-southeast, based on NOAA's solar calculator equations.
- Are South Carolina state offices closed on New Year's Day?
- Yes. Jan. 1 is a legal holiday under S.C. Code 53-5-10, so state offices are closed.
- Is the post office open on New Year's Day 2027?
- No. Friday, Jan. 1, 2027, is a federal holiday, so post offices and federal offices are closed.
- Are there First Day Hikes near Myrtle Beach?
- South Carolina State Parks posts its First Day Hikes list in late December. Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park are the Grand Strand state parks to watch.
