Newport News County, VA · Chesapeake Bay

Anderson Park

A Newport News waterfront park on the lower James River at Hampton Roads — small beach, public boat ramp, saltwater fishing pier, basketball courts, playground, and picnic shelters. Note: Virginia Health Dept has issued swim advisories here in recent years; check current status before swimming.

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Today's Conditions

Skip the beach today.

Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 80°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 105. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. Heat index values as high as 103. Southwest wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Weather

94°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
29% rain — pop-up showers possible

Water

80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
NWS alert active — severe thunderstorm watch issued july 18 at 2:14pm edt until july 18 at 9:00pm edt by nws wakefield va

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Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 12:44PM EDT until July 19 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

NWS · In effect through Jul 19, 11:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from JRB to HRBT, Including the Elizabeth River. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

Weather alert in effect

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 2:14PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

94°F

Mostly Cloudy

Wind

15 mph

Rain

29%

This Afternoon

UV Peak

10 Very High

High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

89°F

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Water

Water Temp

80°F

Swimming weather

Sea Nettles

No nettles expected

3% probability · York Spit buoy

Water Quality

Clean

10 cfu/100mL · E. coli

USGS · sampled 6w ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

5:59 AM

Sunset

8:23 PM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
12:37 AM	High	2.8 ft
6:58 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
1:13 PM	High	2.8 ft
7:27 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:26 AM	High	2.6 ft
7:45 AM	Low	0.1 ft
2:03 PM	High	2.7 ft
8:25 PM	Low	0.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:13 AM	High	2.3 ft
8:32 AM	Low	0.2 ft
2:53 PM	High	2.7 ft
9:24 PM	Low	0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:01 AM	High	2.2 ft
9:19 AM	Low	0.3 ft
3:44 PM	High	2.6 ft
10:22 PM	Low	0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:53 AM	High	2.0 ft
10:07 AM	Low	0.4 ft
4:40 PM	High	2.6 ft
11:21 PM	Low	0.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:53 AM	High	1.9 ft
10:59 AM	Low	0.5 ft
5:39 PM	High	2.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:15 AM	Low	0.6 ft
5:57 AM	High	1.9 ft
11:52 AM	Low	0.5 ft
6:33 PM	High	2.5 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8638610, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

94°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

29%

Sun Jul 19

89°

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

62%

Mon Jul 20

84°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

55%

Tue Jul 21

89°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

64%

Wed Jul 22

85°

Showers And Thunderstorms

86%

Thu Jul 23

79°

Chance Rain Showers

39%

Fri Jul 24

80°

Chance Rain Showers

25%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°F
critical Extra water / electrolytes 94°F - heat risk
recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Best Fishing Times Today

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Minor

10:20 PM - 11:20 PM

Major

3:40 AM - 5:40 AM

Minor

10:10 AM - 11:10 AM

Major

3:50 PM - 5:50 PM

Beach Info

Parking

Free park lot.

Dogs

Leashed dogs permitted.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

16th St, Newport News, VA 23607

Amenities

beachfishing pierboat rampbasketball courtsbaseball fieldplaygroundpicnic shelterswalking pathrestrooms

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Anderson Park today?

Anderson Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Anderson Park dog-friendly?

Leashed dogs permitted.

Is there an entry fee at Anderson Park?

Entry to Anderson Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Anderson Park?

No lifeguards are stationed at Anderson Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Anderson Park?

Amenities at Anderson Park include beach, fishing pier, boat ramp, basketball courts, baseball field, playground, picnic shelters, walking path.

When is the water warmest at Anderson Park?

The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.

Where is Anderson Park located?

Anderson Park is in Newport News County, VA, at 16th St, Newport News, VA 23607.