Can you swim here today?
Lakeside Park
Chesapeake, Virginia · Park
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Lakeside Park is 67°F (20°C), measured by NOAA buoy MNPV2, 2.6 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 67°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 67°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy MNPV2, as of Oct 20, 9:48 AM UTC
- A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Charles City; Surry; James City; Chesapeake; Newport News; Hampton/Poquoson; Isle of Wight; Suffolk and other areas. — NWS Wakefield VA
Water temp
67°F
20°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy MNPV2 (2.6 mi away), as of Oct 20, 9:48 AM UTC.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.