Weekly swim report · October 20, 2026
Virginia swim report
On October 20, 2026 the warmest USGS water reading in Virginia was 71°F at ROANOKE RIVER AT BUGGS ISLAND, VA; 8 water-related NWS hazards are active.
Warmest water
The 5 warmest of 56 sensors reporting a water temperature in Virginia today. Station names open the official monitoring page.
- #1ROANOKE RIVER AT BUGGS ISLAND, VAUSGS gauge71°F 22°C19 hrs ago
- #2STORM DRAIN AT PROFESSIONAL PL NEAR CHESAPEAKE, VAUSGS gauge · 1 ft³/s68°F 20°C19 hrs ago
- #3STORM DRAIN AT USAA DRIVE AT NORFOLK, VAUSGS gauge · 0 ft³/s68°F 20°C19 hrs ago
- #466°F 19°C19 hrs ago
- #5STORM DRAIN AT LAKEWOOD PK DR NR NEWPORT NEWS, VAUSGS gauge · 0 ft³/s66°F 19°C19 hrs ago
Active hazards in Virginia
Alerts cover counties or forecast zones — an alert for an area does not mean every river or beach inside it is affected. Times are local to the issuing office.
- CautionCoastal Flood Advisory
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Chesapeake; Hampton/Poquoson; Suffolk; Norfolk; Portsmouth.
NWS Wakefield VA · until Oct 22, 12:00 AM
- CautionCoastal Flood Advisory
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Newport News; Isle of Wight.
NWS Wakefield VA · until Oct 22, 12:00 AM
- CautionCoastal Flood Advisory
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Eastern Currituck; Virginia Beach.
NWS Wakefield VA · until Oct 22, 12:00 AM
- CautionCoastal Flood Advisory
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Charles City.
NWS Wakefield VA · until Oct 22, 12:00 AM
- CautionCoastal Flood Advisory
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Surry; James City.
NWS Wakefield VA · until Oct 22, 12:00 AM
- CautionHigh Surf Advisory
A High Surf Advisory is in effect for Maryland Beaches; Accomack; Northampton.
NWS Wakefield VA · until Oct 21, 7:00 PM
- CautionHigh Surf Advisory
A High Surf Advisory is in effect for Eastern Currituck; Virginia Beach.
NWS Wakefield VA · until Oct 21, 7:00 PM
- Heads-upSpecial Weather Statement
A Special Weather Statement is in effect for Greenup; Carter; Boyd; Lawrence; Perry; Morgan; Lawrence; Dickenson; Buchanan; Wayne; Cabell; Lincoln; Putnam; Kanawha; Mingo; Logan; Boone; McDowell; Wyoming.
NWS Charleston WV
Where to swim in Virginia
The most-reviewed, well-rated water destinations in Virginia — check each one’s live conditions before you go.
4.8(13,185)Great Falls Park
Boasting spectacular falls & rushing white water, this park offers picnic areas, trails & boating.
4.7(4,612)Burke Lake Park
County recreational park featuring a fishing lake, picnic areas, a miniature train & playgrounds.
4.7(4,039)Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Boasting a 3-mile boardwalk, this bustling area offers sandy beaches, cafes & shops.
4.4(3,654)Ocean Breeze
Water slides, a tubing river & a wave pool headline this sprawling water park with 30+ rides.
4.7(2,767)Claytor Lake State Park
Park encompassing a scenic 4,500-acre lake offering swimming, boating, fishing & cabin lodging.
4.6(2,077)Yorktown Beach
A two-acre public beach on the south bank of the York River in historic Yorktown, where American independence was won in 1781. The 1,200-foot beach offers swimming within designated buoys, with free Mobi-Chair rentals for disabled visitors and ADA-accessible Mobi-Mats. Adjacent to Colonial National Historical Park, the beach provides a unique blend of recreation and Revolutionary War history. Metal detecting on sand is permitted, and the waterfront connects to Yorktown's shops, restaurants, and the Riverwalk Landing.
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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.