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Indian River Park South Side
Park · Chesapeake, Virginia
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temp 68°F (20°C)
- Streamflow 1 ft³/s
- Gage height 0.74 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge STORM DRAIN AT PROFESSIONAL PL NEAR CHESAPEAKE, VA (2.7 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:45 AM gauge-local time.
- 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
- Flow is above the 75th percentile for Oct 20 (median 0 ft³/s over 11 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 5:45 AM gauge-local time
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 0204288786, as of Oct 20, 5:45 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
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It’s 68°F at Indian River Park South Side now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
91-acre forested park providing a playground, sports field & miles of mountain biking/hiking trails.
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58°F, Clear · H 67° / L 58° · 3% chance of rain3-day forecast









Frequently asked questions
- Where is Indian River Park South Side?
- Indian River Park South Side is a park in Chesapeake, Virginia.
- What is the water temperature at Indian River Park South Side?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Indian River Park South Side in Chesapeake, Virginia is 68°F (20°C), measured by USGS gauge 0204288786, 2.7 miles away.
- Can you swim at Indian River Park South Side?
- Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
- How is Indian River Park South Side rated?
- Indian River Park South Side in Chesapeake, Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 796 reviews.
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