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Jamestown Beach

Beach pavillion · Williamsburg, Virginia

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 83°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 83°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 83°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 83°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. NOAA buoy YKTV2, as of Aug 22, 11:48 AM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
83°F
29°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy YKTV2 (17.1 mi away), as of Aug 22, 11:48 AM UTC.

Weather at Jamestown Beach

H: 81° L: 72°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
73°
|
Feels like 79°
Precipitation
89%
Humidity
94%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0.2
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Heavy rain
72°
3 AM
Heavy rain
73°
6 AM
Heavy rain
72°
9 AM
Heavy rain
73°
12 PM
Heavy rain
79°
3 PM
Heavy rain at times
80°
6 PM
Light rain shower
79°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Jamestown Beach?
Jamestown Beach is a beach pavillion in Williamsburg, Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Jamestown Beach?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Jamestown Beach in Williamsburg, Virginia is 83°F (29°C), measured by NOAA buoy YKTV2, 17.1 miles away.
Can you swim at Jamestown Beach?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 83°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Jamestown Beach rated?
Jamestown Beach in Williamsburg, Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 245 reviews.

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  • Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
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Williamsburg, VA 23185

Williamsburg, Virginia 23185

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