Spring is the Perfect Time to Book a Vacation at Hilton Head Island
The resort destination of Hilton Head Island is wonderful to visit any time of year, but the spring season is extra special. During spring, conditions are exceedingly pleasant, and the island hosts a plethora of fun events and activities.
Here are the top reasons why Hilton Head Island is the perfect place for your spring vacation.
Wonderful Weather
The spring season arguably sees the best weather at Hilton Head. From March through May, temperatures generally stay between 70°F - 85°F, and there's far fewer cloudy and rainy days compared to the more crowded summer season.
In addition to the pleasant conditions on land, water temperatures during spring at Hilton Head also rise to more comfortable levels. By mid-April, average temperatures of the waters surrounding the island hover around 70°F, and they can get up to 80°F by late May.
For a complete breakdown of spring weather conditions at Hilton Head Island, check out the Weather Spark Report.
Hilton Head Events & Festivals
Because of the pleasant conditions at Hilton Head in spring, many of the island's most popular events and festivals are held during this time. Spring visitors are treated to everything from live music performances, to sporting events, and classy food and beverage festivals.
Perhaps the most recognized event at Hilton Head during spring is the RBC Heritage PGA tournament which takes place in mid-April. Each year over 100,000 spectators visit to watch the pros take on the beautiful yet challenging Harbour Town Golf Links course at Sea Pines Resort. The RBC Heritage is great fun to watch, especially when you book a vacation rental close to the action.
Another great spring event here is the Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival in March. This week-long festival brings impeccable wines, wonderful beers, and delicious dishes from the area's top culinary experts. Especially if you're new to Hilton Head, the Wine & Food Festival is a great place to mingle with the locals and raise a glass or two to spring island living!
Those are just two of the many fun Hilton Head Island spring events. Be sure to browse our events feed to keep up with more things happening on Hilton Head.
Exciting Hilton Head Sports & Activities
Although you'll certainly want to spend a day or two relaxing in the sun at the beach in Hilton Head, you can't miss out on the island's many fun activities. The excellent conditions make getting out and recreating an absolute blast during spring at Hilton Head Island.
First and foremost on the list of things to do is getting in a round of golf at some of Hilton Head's legendary courses. There's of course Harbour Town Golf Links where we mentioned the RBC Heritage is held, but there are over a dozen other exceptional golf courses to play in and around Hilton Head Island. So make sure you take a swing at some golf during your stay!
A couple other fun sports to play here are tennis and pickleball. Clay-court tennis at Hilton Head has been a staple game at the island's resorts for many years. Recently, pickleball has took the area by storm as well, and iconic facilities like the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center now feature plenty of pickleball courts as well. Whichever game you prefer, there's plenty of fun to be had on the many courts on Hilton Head Island.
There are plenty more exciting activities to do for your vacation at Hilton Head on land and out on the water. From zip-lining through the trees to sailing the high seas, you'll have no trouble finding a great time during spring in Hilton Head Island.
Book a Luxury Hilton Head Vacation Rental
A large part of crafting the ultimate spring vacation comes with picking the right place to stay. When you book a vacation rental with Island Getway, you book a luxurious stay from local experts who have served Hilton Head visitors since 1985. Offering Hilton Head oceanfront rentals, pet-friendly properties, private pool rentals, and more, we have something for everyone. Check out our complete catalog of exceptional Hilton Head vacation rentals by clicking the button below.