80°
Sunny
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Newport News County, VA · Chesapeake Bay
Anderson Park
16th St, Newport News, VA 23607
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.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
80°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind around 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 60. South wind 2 to 8 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
70 /100
great
56 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Sunny
Wind
9 mph
NE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Sea Nettles
No nettles expected
13% probability · York Spit buoy
Water Quality
Clean
25 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:55 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:56 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 5:44 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
1%
75
88°
Sunny
0%
77
92°
Mostly Sunny
1%
67
94°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
28
75°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
29%
28
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
65
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 61°F
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
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free park lot.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
16th St, Newport News, VA 23607
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Anderson Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Anderson Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS