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Virginia Beach, Virginia

76°F · Clear sky · WeatherSignal NOW 85 (NORMAL)

Source updated: 12:57:47 AM · WeatherSignal checked: 12:57:47 AM

Source: Open-Meteo (national weather-service models)

Active threat

  • WATCHalert level: WatchCoastal Flood Watch

    Coastal Flood Watch issued October 16 at 3:47PM EDT until October 20 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    Expires 10/17/2026, 4:00:00 AM · issued by NWS Wakefield VA

    What to do

    If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

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  • ADVISORYalert level: AdvisoryWind Advisory

    Wind Advisory issued October 16 at 1:11PM EDT until October 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    Expires 10/17/2026, 1:15:00 AM · issued by NWS Wakefield VA

    What to do

    Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

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  • ADVISORYalert level: AdvisoryHigh Surf Advisory

    High Surf Advisory issued October 16 at 3:47PM EDT until October 19 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    Expires 10/17/2026, 4:00:00 AM · issued by NWS Wakefield VA

    What to do

    If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

    Official warning text

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