Norfolk County, VA · Chesapeake Bay

Ocean View Beach

7.3 miles of free Chesapeake Bay shoreline on Norfolk's north edge — three distinct beach parks (Ocean View Beach Park, Sarah Constant, Community Beach) plus the Ocean View Fishing Pier at 1,690 feet, the longest free-standing fishing pier in North America. Calm Bay water, summer concert series at the outdoor stage.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

6.6ft waves · 61°F air · 70°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 61. Northwest wind around 12 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 48. Northwest wind 8 to 13 mph.

Weather

61°F air — chilly for a beach day
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

70°F water — swimmable, refreshing

Safety

6.6ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only

53 /100

43 Swim

56 Sunbathe

73 Walk

39 Fish

73 Photo

Best for walking today

Water level 0.6 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 8638610 · Observed 1.00 ft · Predicted 0.43 ft

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

61°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

12 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

Air Quality

28 Good

Ozone · Hampton Roads

UV Peak

3 Moderate

Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM

Tomorrow

61°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

70°F

Refreshing

Next High Tide

7:43 PM

2.5 ft · in 1.2h

Water Quality

No recent sample

Last reading 4w ago: clean

USGS · not a current condition

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:35 AM

Sunset

5:02 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
1:05 AM	Low	0.2 ft
7:32 AM	High	3.1 ft
1:54 PM	Low	0.3 ft
7:43 PM	High	2.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:47 AM	Low	0.2 ft
8:13 AM	High	3.1 ft
2:38 PM	Low	0.3 ft
8:25 PM	High	2.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:27 AM	Low	0.2 ft
8:51 AM	High	3.1 ft
3:18 PM	Low	0.3 ft
9:04 PM	High	2.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:04 AM	Low	0.2 ft
9:27 AM	High	3.0 ft
3:55 PM	Low	0.3 ft
9:42 PM	High	2.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:39 AM	Low	0.3 ft
10:03 AM	High	2.9 ft
4:32 PM	Low	0.4 ft
10:20 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:13 AM	Low	0.4 ft
10:41 AM	High	2.8 ft
5:10 PM	Low	0.5 ft
11:01 PM	High	2.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:50 AM	Low	0.5 ft
11:20 AM	High	2.7 ft
5:51 PM	Low	0.5 ft
11:44 PM	High	2.1 ft

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

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

61°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

61°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

64°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

67°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

65°

Sunny

Thu Nov 12

63°

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

16%

Fri Nov 13

56°

Chance Rain Showers

25%

What to Bring Today

Nothing unusual - conditions are unremarkable today.

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

9:10 PM - 11:10 PM

Minor

4:40 AM - 5:40 AM

Major

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Minor

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Beach Info

Parking

Free at Ocean View Beach Park (70 spaces, 4 ADA) and adjacent lots. Pier parking separate.

Dogs

Leashed dogs permitted on beach; cleanup required.

Entry Fee

Free beach access; Ocean View Fishing Pier $11/person (no license needed)

Address

100 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

Amenities

beachfishing pieroutdoor stagefoot rinsersrestroomsbenchesshade treestackle shoprestaurant at pier

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Ocean View Beach today?

Ocean View 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. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Ocean View Beach dog-friendly?

Leashed dogs permitted on beach; cleanup required.

Is there an entry fee at Ocean View Beach?

Entry to Ocean View Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Ocean View Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Ocean View Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Ocean View Beach?

Amenities at Ocean View Beach include beach, fishing pier, outdoor stage, foot rinsers, restrooms, benches, shade trees, tackle shop.

When is the water warmest at Ocean View 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 Ocean View Beach located?

Ocean View Beach is in Norfolk County, VA, at 100 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503.