86°
Mostly Sunny
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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.
High nettle risk · 86°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. Southeast wind 5 to 12 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 71. South wind around 12 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 160% probability — reconsider swimming
65 /100
good
46 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 12 mph
SE
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
7:07 PM
2.6 ft · in 4.4h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
160% probability · York Spit buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 5w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:48 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 6:35 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 12:30 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:07 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
93°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
41
91°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
62%
22
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
44
85°
Sunny
3%
82
90°
Sunny
2%
74
95°
Sunny
7%
74
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 12 mph wind
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.
Major
8:10 PM - 10:10 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 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