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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

67.7

°F

June 1, 14:07

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

67.6°F

Tomorrow:

68.0°F

Sunrise:

05:46

Sunset:

20:17

Day Length:

14 h. 31 min.

Virginia Beach in June

Minimum:

39.3°F

Average:

47.1°F

Maximum:

51.5°F

Sea water temperature in Virginia Beach today

As of now, in Virginia Beach, the water temperature is 67.7°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.1°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 74.7°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 64.3°F on 2023.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 68.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 68.0°F, while the maximum might reach 69.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Virginia Beach

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 18 69.6°F 64.3°F 65.2°F
May 19 69.9°F 65.2°F 65.4°F
May 20 70.8°F 66.2°F 65.5°F
May 21 69.3°F 64.7°F 65.8°F
May 22 68.6°F 64.8°F 65.8°F
May 23 67.4°F 67.8°F 66.2°F
May 24 66.8°F 67.1°F 67.4°F
May 25 66.8°F 70.3°F 67.8°F
May 26 67.2°F 68.6°F 67.6°F
May 27 67.0°F 69.0°F 67.2°F
May 28 67.6°F 70.0°F 67.9°F
May 29 65.9°F 70.9°F 68.4°F
May 30 66.6°F 70.4°F 68.6°F
May 31 67.6°F 70.3°F 69.2°F
Jun 1 67.7°F 69.3°F 69.8°F
Jun 2 68.0°F 69.0°F 70.1°F
Jun 3 68.4°F 68.1°F 70.4°F
Jun 4 68.2°F 71.7°F 70.3°F
Jun 5 68.5°F 71.4°F 70.6°F
Jun 6 68.2°F 70.2°F 70.3°F
Jun 7 69.1°F 71.6°F 71.2°F
Jun 8 69.4°F 74.4°F 71.5°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 25, 2015, dipping to 33.4°F. The average readings by season are 46.1°F in Winter, 55.5°F in Spring, 76.5°F in Summer, and 68.3°F in Autumn.