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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

38.2

°F

February 25, 04:40

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

39.4°F

Tomorrow:

38.5°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

17:54

Day Length:

11 h. 14 min.

Virginia Beach in March

Minimum:

42.5°F

Average:

47.1°F

Maximum:

54.6°F

Sea water temperature in Virginia Beach today

As of now, in Virginia Beach, the water temperature is 38.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 6.9°F lower 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 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 51.1°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 40.9°F on 2025.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest 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 38.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 38.1°F, while the maximum might reach 39.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Virginia Beach

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 11 36.0°F 41.8°F 42.5°F
Feb 12 33.4°F 41.3°F 42.3°F
Feb 13 35.1°F 41.1°F 42.6°F
Feb 14 34.8°F 41.5°F 42.6°F
Feb 15 35.3°F 41.9°F 42.7°F
Feb 16 35.9°F 41.3°F 42.7°F
Feb 17 36.5°F 43.7°F 43.2°F
Feb 18 36.9°F 43.4°F 43.2°F
Feb 19 37.7°F 42.5°F 43.3°F
Feb 20 37.9°F 41.9°F 43.2°F
Feb 21 39.1°F 39.3°F 43.1°F
Feb 22 40.3°F 40.5°F 43.5°F
Feb 23 40.2°F 39.5°F 43.4°F
Feb 24 39.4°F 39.9°F 44.1°F
Feb 25 38.2°F 40.9°F 45.0°F
Feb 26 38.5°F 41.8°F 45.3°F
Feb 27 38.2°F 43.4°F 45.1°F
Feb 28 38.1°F 42.9°F 45.0°F
Mar 1 38.8°F 44.2°F 45.5°F
Mar 2 39.3°F 44.7°F 46.0°F
Mar 3 39.4°F 43.6°F 46.1°F
Mar 4 39.5°F 43.1°F 46.2°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, 55.9°F in Spring, 76.5°F in Summer, and 68.1°F in Autumn.