What is the current water temperature in Virginia Beach?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Virginia Beach?

As of now, in Virginia Beach, the water temperature is 21.53°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.

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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.

70.8

°F

May 9, 14:04

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

65.0°F

Tomorrow:

71.3°F

Sunrise:

06:02

Sunset:

19:59

Day Length:

13 h. 57 min.

Virginia Beach in May

Minimum:

40.7°F

Average:

46.9°F

Maximum:

52.7°F

Sea water temperature in Virginia Beach today

As of now, in Virginia Beach, the water temperature is 70.8°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 8.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 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 66.4°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 59.5°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 71.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 70.9°F, while the maximum might reach 72.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Virginia Beach

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	60.4°F	55.5°F	57.4°F
Apr 26	60.3°F	56.8°F	57.8°F
Apr 27	60.4°F	55.6°F	57.8°F
Apr 28	62.0°F	56.7°F	58.9°F
Apr 29	61.4°F	57.0°F	59.1°F
Apr 30	62.0°F	60.0°F	59.4°F
May 1	62.7°F	61.6°F	59.8°F
May 2	64.1°F	63.0°F	60.5°F
May 3	64.4°F	64.8°F	61.1°F
May 4	64.3°F	64.2°F	61.3°F
May 5	63.1°F	61.7°F	61.5°F
May 6	64.5°F	62.1°F	61.7°F
May 7	66.2°F	63.6°F	62.3°F
May 8	65.0°F	67.4°F	62.4°F
May 9	70.8°F	66.4°F	61.9°F
May 10	71.3°F	66.9°F	62.5°F
May 11	71.0°F	66.5°F	62.2°F
May 12	70.9°F	66.4°F	62.0°F
May 13	71.1°F	66.7°F	62.3°F
May 14	71.3°F	66.8°F	62.4°F
May 15	72.1°F	64.9°F	63.3°F
May 16	72.3°F	65.6°F	63.5°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.