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Crystal Lake

Lake · Virginia Beach, Virginia

4.7(11 reviews)
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Current water conditions

Water temp
82°F
28°C
Comfortable for a swim today. The water's in a comfortable range. Still check depth, currents, and the forecast, and follow any posted advisories before getting in.

Live data from NOAA buoy 44087 (13.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 1:26 AM UTC. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories before swimming.

Weather at Crystal Lake

H: 87° L: 76°
Light rain
Light rain
80°
|
Feels like 85°
Precipitation
68%
Humidity
83%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
79°
3 AM
Clear
78°
6 AM
Clear
77°
9 AM
Sunny
81°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
82°
3 PM
Sunny
87°
6 PM
Sunny
85°
9 PM
Patchy light rain
81°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Crystal Lake?
Crystal Lake is a lake in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Crystal Lake?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Crystal Lake in Virginia Beach, Virginia is 82°F (28°C), measured by NOAA buoy 44087, 13.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Crystal Lake?
There is no fixed answer for Crystal Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Crystal Lake in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Crystal Lake rated?
Crystal Lake in Virginia Beach, Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 11 reviews.

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Virginia Beach, VA

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