77°
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Norfolk County, VA · Chesapeake Bay
Ocean View Beach
100 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503
7.3 miles of free Chesapeake Bay shoreline on Norfolk's north edge — three distinct beach parks (Ocean View Beach Park, Sarah Constant, Community Beach) plus the Ocean View Fishing Pier at 1,690 feet, the longest free-standing fishing pier in North America. Calm Bay water, summer concert series at the outdoor stage.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
77°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 77. Northeast wind around 8 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 61. South wind 1 to 7 mph.
Weather
- 77°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
77°F
Sunny
Wind
8 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
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Sea Nettles
No nettles expected
13% probability · York Spit buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 6w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:19 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
80°
Sunny
1%
75
90°
Sunny
0%
68
93°
Mostly Sunny
1%
67
93°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
28
74°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
28
73°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
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 at Ocean View Beach Park (70 spaces, 4 ADA) and adjacent lots. Pier parking separate.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted on beach; cleanup required.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; Ocean View Fishing Pier $11/person (no license needed)
Address
100 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Ocean View Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Ocean View Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Ocean View Beach dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted on beach; cleanup required.
Is there an entry fee at Ocean View Beach?
Entry to Ocean View Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Ocean View Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Ocean View Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Ocean View Beach?
Amenities at Ocean View Beach include beach, fishing pier, outdoor stage, foot rinsers, restrooms, benches, shade trees, tackle shop.
When is the water warmest at Ocean View Beach?
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 Ocean View Beach located?
Ocean View Beach is in Norfolk County, VA, at 100 W Ocean View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS