Hampton County, VA · Chesapeake Bay

Buckroe Beach

Hampton's historic Bay beach — family-oriented, wide sand, calm water, public fishing pier, and one of the only Hampton Roads beaches with abundant free parking (588 spaces). Seasonal food vendors, chair and umbrella rentals, sand-ready mobility chairs, foot-wash stations, bike-repair stations, and summer concerts at the outdoor stage.

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Today's Conditions

Ideal for a beach walk.

82°F water · 83°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 83. South wind around 12 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Southwest wind 13 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Weather

83°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Moderate nettle risk — 49% probability — expect some stings

76 /100

great

70 Swim

80 Sunbathe

86 Walk

72 Fish

81 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

83°F

Sunny

Wind

12 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

87°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

82°F

Swimming weather

Next High Tide

8:44 PM

3.2 ft · in 1.5h

Sea Nettles

Moderate nettle risk

49% probability · York Spit buoy

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:42 AM

Sunset

7:22 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
2:17 AM	Low	0.3 ft
8:20 AM	High	2.9 ft
2:28 PM	Low	0.3 ft
8:44 PM	High	3.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:05 AM	Low	0.2 ft
9:12 AM	High	3.1 ft
3:23 PM	Low	0.2 ft
9:31 PM	High	3.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:48 AM	Low	0.2 ft
9:58 AM	High	3.2 ft
4:12 PM	Low	0.2 ft
10:14 PM	High	3.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:27 AM	Low	0.2 ft
10:42 AM	High	3.3 ft
4:58 PM	Low	0.3 ft
10:55 PM	High	2.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:04 AM	Low	0.2 ft
11:23 AM	High	3.3 ft
5:42 PM	Low	0.4 ft
11:35 PM	High	2.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:41 AM	Low	0.4 ft
12:04 PM	High	3.2 ft
6:27 PM	Low	0.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:16 AM	High	2.7 ft
6:18 AM	Low	0.5 ft
12:45 PM	High	3.1 ft
7:14 PM	Low	0.7 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8638610, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

83°

Sunny

Thu Sep 10

87°

Sunny

Fri Sep 11

81°

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

26%

Sat Sep 12

81°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

68%

Sun Sep 13

85°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

54%

Mon Sep 14

84°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

84°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Best Fishing Times Today

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major

10:30 PM - 12:30 AM

Minor

4:30 AM - 5:30 AM

Major

10:50 AM - 12:50 PM

Minor

6:20 PM - 7:20 PM

Beach Info

Parking

588 free parking spaces.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited east of 1st St (beach, boardwalk, greenspace) May 15 – Sep 15. Leashed off-season. Never on the playground.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

100 S First St, Hampton, VA 23664

Amenities

lifeguardsfishing pierplaygroundpicnic sheltersmobility chairsbeach rentalsfood vendorsfoot washbike repairbandstandrestroomsoutdoor showers

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Buckroe Beach today?

Buckroe Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Buckroe Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited east of 1st St (beach, boardwalk, greenspace) May 15 – Sep 15. Leashed off-season. Never on the playground.

Is there an entry fee at Buckroe Beach?

Entry to Buckroe Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Buckroe Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Buckroe Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Buckroe Beach?

Amenities at Buckroe Beach include lifeguards, fishing pier, playground, picnic shelters, mobility chairs, beach rentals, food vendors, foot wash.

When is the water warmest at Buckroe Beach?

The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.

Where is Buckroe Beach located?

Buckroe Beach is in Hampton County, VA, at 100 S First St, Hampton, VA 23664.