Beach Weather in Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Beach, United States

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Beach Weather Today in Chesapeake Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 37%.

The winds will be on shore and strong at 37kmh from the North West. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Chesapeake Bay faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 07:44 PM. The skies should be fairly clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Chesapeake Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.0mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 1.9mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 74%.

CHESAPEAKE BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 20th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 10° 13° 15° 15° 14° 12°
5% 0% 12% 0% 92% 66% 49% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 21st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 11° 11° 11° 10°
5% 3% 3% 1% 0% 2% 17% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 22nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 11° 15° 20° 21° 17° 17°
7% 11% 20% 7% 8% 62% 66% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 23rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 16° 17° 18° 18° 16°
15% 59% 6% 0% 0% 6% 13% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 24th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 18° 20° 19° 17° 16°
39% 44% 13% 8% 24% 47% 73% 64%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 25th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 18° 19° 18° 17° 16°
40% 24% 30% 46% 59% 76% 83% 87%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 1.0mm 0.5mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 26th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 14° 14° 14° 14° 14°
78% 94% 92% 94% 96% 100% 100% 88%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 20th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
21
kmh
32
kmh
37
kmh
34
kmh
36
kmh
33
kmh
36
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
1.0m
1.3m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
4.6s 4.7s 4.4s 7.6s 7.6s 7.5s 7.6s 7.5s
Tue 21st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
22
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
23
kmh
29
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
1.1m
7.4s 7.4s 7.1s 7.1s 4.5s 6.4s 5.5s 6.2s
Wed 22nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
37
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
25
kmh
22
kmh
14
kmh
21
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.4m
0.7m
0.6m
0.3m
0.6m
6.7s 7.2s 7.4s 7.2s 5.9s 4.5s 4.5s 5.4s
Thu 23rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.9m
5.8s 7.5s 9.8s 10.5s 10.7s 10.5s 10.4s 9.5s
Fri 24th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
9.4s 9.2s 9.1s 9.5s 9.2s 9.0s 8.8s 8.6s
Sat 25th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
21
kmh
27
kmh
31
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.8m
1.0m
1.2m
1.3m
8.5s 8.0s 8.1s 6.1s 5.1s 5.2s 5.2s 5.2s
Sun 26th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
39
kmh
43
kmh
39
kmh
30
kmh
39
kmh
56
kmh
62
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
0.9m
1.1m
1.0m
1.5m
2.4m
1.4m
5.2s 5.9s 6.2s 11.6s 8.9s 6.4s 6.6s 8.7s
Mon 20th April
12:51 AM 7:09 AM 1:16 PM 7:13 PM
0.85 0.16 0.72 0.17
Tue 21st April
1:43 AM 8:03 AM 2:10 PM 8:10 PM
0.82 0.19 0.70 0.20
Wed 22nd April
2:39 AM 9:01 AM 3:09 PM 9:12 PM
0.78 0.22 0.68 0.23
Thu 23rd April
3:42 AM 10:04 AM 4:14 PM 10:22 PM
0.74 0.25 0.66 0.25
Fri 24th April
4:51 AM 11:11 AM 5:28 PM 11:36 PM
0.70 0.27 0.66 0.27
Sat 25th April
6:05 AM 12:16 PM 6:41 PM
0.68 0.27 0.67
Sun 26th April
12:47 AM 7:14 AM 1:14 PM 7:44 PM
0.27 0.67 0.27 0.69
Mon 20th April
17°
0.0mm
30kmh NW
37%
Tue 21st April
12°
0.0mm
13kmh N
4%
Wed 22nd April
22°
0.0mm
30kmh WSW
32%
Thu 23rd April
18°
0.0mm
12kmh N
13%
Fri 24th April
21°
0.0mm
11kmh NW
39%
Sat 25th April
20°
1.9mm
12kmh SW
55%
Sun 26th April
14°
0.1mm
27kmh NE
92%
Mon 27th April
16°
0.1mm
22kmh E
86%
Tue 28th April
18°
15.5mm
10kmh S
90%
Wed 29th April
19°
0.0mm
27kmh NNW
23%
Thu 30th April
20°
0.0mm
10kmh NW
17%
Fri 1st May
16°
4.0mm
30kmh ESE
94%
Sat 2nd May
13°
1.2mm
31kmh NNE
92%
Sun 3rd May
18°
0.0mm
7kmh ESE
21%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 6 days of light rain with an average of 3.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 50%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Chesapeake Bay don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Holiday at Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Virginia Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in southeastern Virginia, United States. It is well known for its miles of coastline and gorgeous beaches that make it an ideal destination for beach aficionados. One of the most popular beach areas to visit in Virginia Beach is the Chesapeake Bay area.

Beach Type

Chesapeake Bay offers a variety of beach types that cater to different preferences. The sand on these beaches ranges from powdery white sand to coarse yellow sand. Some areas are pebbly, while others are rocky, which makes it suitable for various activities such as sunbathing, snorkeling, and diving.

The beaches with rocks or reefs in Chesapeake Bay are especially interesting for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts because they attract more fish and marine life compared to sandy beaches. If you're looking for an underwater adventure, Chesapeake Bay is the perfect place!

Recommended Beach Activities

There are numerous beach activities that you can enjoy at Chesapeake Bay:

  1. Swimming: With its clean waters and beautiful coastline, swimming is a favorite activity among visitors to the bay.
  2. Sunbathing: Pick a spot on the soft white sand or coarse yellow sand to soak up some sun.
  3. Snorkeling and Diving: Explore the vibrant marine life around the rocky areas and reefs in Chesapeake Bay.
  4. Paddleboarding & Kayaking: Paddle through calm waters while taking in the stunning views of the bay.
  5. Fishing: Try your hand at fishing either from shore or by chartering a boat.
  6. Sailing: Enjoy a relaxing sailing excursion on the bay's calm waters.

These activities are popular at Chesapeake Bay because they offer something for everyone - whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure.

Accommodations: Beach Resorts & Hotels

There's no shortage of beach resorts and hotels in the Chesapeake Bay area, catering to different budgets and preferences. Some of the popular areas to stay in include:

  • Chicks Beach: This neighborhood offers a laid-back atmosphere with a beautiful beach that's perfect for families.
  • North End: A more upscale residential area with beautiful homes and a quieter, less crowded beach.
  • Sandbridge: Located further south, Sandbridge offers vacation rentals and a more peaceful beach experience.

Some of the recommended hotels in Virginia Beach are:

Beach Amenities

Chesapeake Bay beaches offer various amenities to make your visit enjoyable, such as:

  • Public restrooms
  • Outdoor showers
  • Picnic areas with tables and grills
  • Parking lots (although parking can be limited during peak season)
  • Lifeguards on duty during the summer months
  • Snack bars or nearby restaurants for food options

With its beautiful beaches, range of activities, accommodations, and amenities, Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach is an excellent choice for your next beach holiday!

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