85°
Sunny
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Virginia Beach County, VA · Atlantic Ocean
Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Atlantic Ave & 17th St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
The Atlantic resort strip running from Rudee Inlet to 42nd Street, anchored by a 3-mile concrete boardwalk with a parallel bike path. Dense with hotels, restaurants, and summer events; lifeguarded daily Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 80°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 85. South wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 70. South wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:40pm edt until september 10 at 1:00pm edt by nws wakefield va
68 /100
good
55 Swim
78 Sunbathe
85 Walk
40 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:40PM EDT until September 10 at 1:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out 20 NM. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
14 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
80°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:32 PM
4.0 ft · in 15m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
11s · E swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:41 AM
Sunset
7:21 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:10 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:09 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 1:17 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:32 PM | High | 4.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:58 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:00 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 2:12 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:18 PM | High | 4.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:38 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:46 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 2:59 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 9:01 PM | High | 3.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:16 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:28 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 3:44 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 9:42 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:53 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:10 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 4:29 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:23 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:30 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:52 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 5:16 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:04 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:10 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:34 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 6:04 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 11:46 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8638999, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Sunny
0%
75
84°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
43
84°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
60%
22
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
28
84°
Mostly Sunny
10%
84
84°
Mostly Sunny
4%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°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
6:10 PM - 7:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid only in peak season. City-run garages and surface lots along Atlantic Ave and Pacific Ave charge a flat daily rate on summer weekends and event days, hourly otherwise. Use the VB Go app for real-time availability. Weekend lots fill by mid-morning.
Dogs
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend: dogs banned from sand and water between Rudee Loop and 42nd Street; leashed dogs allowed on the Boardwalk 6 a.m.–7 p.m. Off-season: dogs allowed on the beach off-leash and on the Boardwalk leashed anytime.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; paid parking in season.
Address
Atlantic Ave & 17th St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Virginia Beach Oceanfront today?
Virginia Beach Oceanfront 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 Virginia Beach Oceanfront dog-friendly?
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend: dogs banned from sand and water between Rudee Loop and 42nd Street; leashed dogs allowed on the Boardwalk 6 a.m.–7 p.m. Off-season: dogs allowed on the beach off-leash and on the Boardwalk leashed anytime.
Is there an entry fee at Virginia Beach Oceanfront?
Entry to Virginia Beach Oceanfront is free.
Are there lifeguards at Virginia Beach Oceanfront?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Virginia Beach Oceanfront during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Virginia Beach Oceanfront?
Amenities at Virginia Beach Oceanfront include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, bike rentals, concessions, fishing pier.
When is the water warmest at Virginia Beach Oceanfront?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Virginia Beach Oceanfront located?
Virginia Beach Oceanfront is in Virginia Beach County, VA, at Atlantic Ave & 17th St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
Nearby Beaches
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