List of South Carolina hurricanes

Since 1851, 131 tropical or subtropical cyclones have either directly or indirectly affected the state of South Carolina, with the most recent being Helene in 2024.

The following is a list of tropical cyclones with known deaths in the state.

Hurricane Hugo approaching South Carolina as a Category 4 hurricane on September 21, 1989

Radar image of Hurricane Gracie taken by the United States Navy

A destroyed brick building, with debris piled high along the side of the adjacent road — Damage in Charleston caused by Hurricane Hugo

Hurricane Charley making landfall near North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Uprooted and damaged trees in Clinton following the passage of Helene