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Water temperature in Virginia Beach

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Virginia Beach. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Virginia Beach now

80.1

°F

July 13, 19:18

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.1°F

Tomorrow:

81.0°F

Sunrise:

05:55

Sunset:

20:24

Day Length:

14 h. 29 min.

Virginia Beach in July

Minimum:

38.5°F

Average:

46.4°F

Maximum:

50.2°F

Sea water temperature in Virginia Beach today

As of now, in Virginia Beach, the water temperature is 80.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.9°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise considerably.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 80.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 75.4°F on 2022.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 81.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 81.0°F, while the maximum might reach 81.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Virginia Beach

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 29 75.9°F 82.1°F 75.8°F
Jun 30 75.6°F 80.5°F 76.2°F
Jul 1 76.5°F 80.7°F 76.6°F
Jul 2 76.1°F 79.6°F 77.0°F
Jul 3 77.3°F 79.5°F 77.5°F
Jul 4 78.9°F 81.1°F 77.5°F
Jul 5 78.7°F 80.3°F 77.3°F
Jul 6 79.2°F 79.2°F 77.8°F
Jul 7 79.8°F 79.2°F 78.3°F
Jul 8 78.3°F 79.1°F 78.0°F
Jul 9 76.7°F 80.2°F 78.0°F
Jul 10 79.2°F 80.1°F 77.8°F
Jul 11 78.7°F 79.8°F 78.0°F
Jul 12 80.1°F 79.8°F 78.4°F
Jul 13 80.1°F 78.9°F 78.2°F
Jul 14 81.0°F 79.8°F 79.1°F
Jul 15 81.1°F 79.9°F 79.2°F
Jul 16 81.1°F 79.4°F 79.3°F
Jul 17 81.3°F 79.3°F 79.4°F
Jul 18 81.2°F 80.3°F 79.4°F
Jul 19 81.7°F 80.4°F 79.8°F
Jul 20 81.4°F 80.5°F 79.6°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Virginia Beach by month

In Virginia Beach, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 105 swimming days.
The warmest water in Virginia Beach was recorded on July 22, 2019, reaching a 84.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 12, 2026, dipping to 33.4°F. The average readings by season are 45.9°F in Winter, 55.8°F in Spring, 76.5°F in Summer, and 68.1°F in Autumn.