Virginia Beach Weather Forecast
Virginia Beach weather: 76°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Virginia Beach weather in October
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Climate in Virginia Beach month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47° | 34° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 37° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 62° | 46° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 54° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 62° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 83° | 70° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 74° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 82° | 72° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 77° | 68° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 58° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 61° | 49° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 52° | 40° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Virginia Beach
Go in April, June, August and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Virginia Beach compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Virginia Beach.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 150 mi | 57°F | 36°F cooler | 50 in |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | 150 mi | 58°F | 35°F cooler | 46 in |
| Capitol Hill | 152 mi | 58°F | 35°F cooler | 46 in |
| National Mall | 152 mi | 57°F | 36°F cooler | 47 in |
| ZIP Code 20001 | 153 mi | 57°F | 36°F cooler | 47 in |
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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 76°F (24°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 89% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Virginia Beach?
April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Virginia Beach, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Virginia Beach in?
Virginia Beach observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 5:39 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 5:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
