Lakefront humidity/Weather (Columbia, Myrtle Beach, Marion: home, live, vs)

[goshide]

It seems pretty clear that there is higher humidity along the coasts, but what about humidity right on the lakes -specifically , in the "golden corner" foothills ?, Lake Keeowee etc. . If someone for instance lived on Lake Keeowee, would there be a lake micro climate that exists making the heat and humidity less of an issue compared to most other parts of the state. Are there cooler breezes coming off the lake? Does the closeness of the mountains make it more comfortable? I also have a question for any retirees .. . ..Since you are not having to work, does a humid environment- really even impact you as much as when you were at the job day in and day out. For example,for me, when I have gone to Hawaii vacationing ,and could wear comfortable clothes, move at a slower pace, change clothes and shower when I wanted-it was all good-but If I had to be there wearing work clothes , constantly moving, away from home etc. the humidity vs would probably bother me. Can anyone share their experiences or opinions on this? Thanks

[anonymous]

I know at Lake Marion or Moultrie, when you're on the "Big lake", you can tell a difference in the temperature. But with the shape of the upstate's lakes, they don't have a lot of big, open water. They are usually long and narrow with lots of coves, and I think that would lessen the effect. But, the upstate is cooler mainly because of the elevation. the coastal plain is real swampy, and not close enough to the ocean to get a breeze. If you're right on the coast, like Myrtle Beach, it is significantly cooler than 50 miles inland.

you do get used to the heat. It never becomes comfortable, but tolerable. I remember when I worked as a valet in Columbia, I'd drive people's cars from Pennsylvania/New York/etc., and they would have the A/C set on full-blast, with the car all fogged out.. and they would still be sweating.