Virginia Beach Travel Guide
Virginia Beach travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Virginia Beach is a city in Virginia. Virginia Beach is known for Boardwalk and Atlantic beaches. It has a population of about 460.000.
Right now it is 60°F (15°C) in Virginia Beach with partly cloudy. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 60°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The closest major airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 150 mi away. Nearby highlights include National Mall and Shenandoah National Park.
In plain terms. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Virginia Beach today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Virginia Beach
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 36°51′10.4″N 75°58′40.8″W (36.8529, -75.978)
Weather in Virginia Beach right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:26 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 64° / 59°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 17 mph
☁️ 63° / 60°
Overcast · 7% rain · wind 12 mph
Quick facts about Virginia Beach
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Virginia |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°51′10.4″N 75°58′40.8″W (36.8529, -75.978) |
| Population | 460.000 |
| Known for | Boardwalk and Atlantic beaches |
| Local time | 9:26 PM (UTC-04:00) |
Things to do in Virginia Beach
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Virginia Beach.
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
Airports near Virginia Beach
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 150 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 166 mi | Virginia |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 213 mi | Philadelphia |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 282 mi | New Jersey |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 287 mi | New York City |
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 294 mi | New York City |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach is a city in Virginia. Its coordinates are 36.8529, -75.978. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Virginia Beach right now?
It is currently 60°F (15°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 91% and wind is 9 mph.
What time zone is Virginia Beach in?
Virginia Beach observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:26 PM.
How many people live in Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach has a population of approximately 460.000.
What is the nearest airport to Virginia Beach?
The closest airports are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 150 mi away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 166 mi away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 213 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Virginia Beach?
Popular options include National Mall and Shenandoah National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 9:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
