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Northumberland County, VA · Chesapeake Bay
Smith Point Beach
Smith Point Rd, Reedville, VA 22539
Small sandy public beach at the northernmost tip of Virginia's Northern Neck, where the Potomac empties into the Bay. Across the water from Point Lookout in Maryland. Largely unknown to non-locals and blissfully quiet.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 76°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 3 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 3629% probability — reconsider swimming
74 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.9 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
86°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind
3 to 10 mph
S
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
92°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
5:12 PM
0.3 ft · in 2.5h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3629% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
25 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 2mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:44 AM
Sunset
8:31 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:16 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:01 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 5:12 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:39 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
92°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
39
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
65%
35
88°
Mostly Sunny
14%
86
88°
Sunny
3%
86
92°
Sunny
2%
76
97°
Sunny
8%
70
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°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.
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
Limited free parking.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Smith Point Rd, Reedville, VA 22539
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Smith Point Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Smith Point Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Smith Point Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Smith Point Beach?
Entry to Smith Point Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Smith Point Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Smith Point Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Smith Point Beach?
Amenities at Smith Point Beach include restrooms, picnic area, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Smith Point 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 Smith Point Beach located?
Smith Point Beach is in Northumberland County, VA, at Smith Point Rd, Reedville, VA 22539.
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