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Virginia-North Carolina Coastal Flood Threat: 6 Inches Possible Oct 25
Virginia Beach, VA – Water levels along portions of the southeastern Virginia coastline could briefly rise above normally dry ground Sunday morning, Oct. 25, creating shallow flooding concerns near vu
By Sophie Caldwell · 2026-10-25T08:41:35.024Z
Virginia Beach, VA – Water levels along portions of the southeastern Virginia coastline could briefly rise above normally dry ground Sunday morning, Oct. 25, creating shallow flooding concerns near vulnerable waterfront properties and tidal waterways. The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Statement through 11 a.m. EDT for Virginia Beach and neighboring Eastern Currituck County, North Carolina. Although widespread flooding is not expected, water could reach approximately 6 inches above ground level in some low lying shoreline locations.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, Virginia, the coastal hazard statement was issued at 3:31 a.m. Sunday as elevated tidal water levels continued affecting portions of the Atlantic coastline. Forecasters identified the greatest concern in locations closest to shorelines and tidal waterways, where even relatively small increases in water levels can produce temporary inundation. The statement specifically warns that shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable waterfront areas.
Coastal Flooding Concerns Continue Sunday Morning The expected inundation is relatively minor compared with major coastal flooding events, but localized impacts remain possible through the morning high tide cycle. The Weather Service estimates that water could reach up to one half foot above ground level in susceptible locations. Residents near tidal creeks, low lying waterfront roads and shoreline properties should remain aware of changing water levels, particularly where flooding has occurred during previous elevated tides.
Official tide projections provide additional context for the developing conditions. At Lynnhaven Inlet, the Sunday morning high tide was projected near 4.3 feet relative to mean lower low water, with water levels approximately 1.3 feet above normal. At Sewells Point, the corresponding high tide was projected near 4.1 feet, approximately 0.8 feet above normal. Neither projection was assigned a flood impact category in the supplied tide tables.
Waterfront Travel and Safety Considerations The National Weather Service advises motorists not to drive through flooded roadways, even when water appears shallow. Floodwater can conceal pavement damage, drainage openings or unexpected changes in road elevation. Drivers traveling near coastal neighborhoods, waterfront access roads and tidal crossings should watch for isolated water accumulation during the morning, although no specific road closures have been reported in the supplied weather information.
The coastal statement also includes Eastern Currituck County, North Carolina, where vulnerable shoreline locations may experience similar shallow flooding. At Corolla, the Sunday morning tide was projected near 5.4 feet, approximately 1 foot above normal. While the forecast tables did not assign a flood impact category at that location, the broader statement identifies potential minor inundation in susceptible areas.
Dry Weather Returns Through Midweek Outside the coastal flooding concern, the weather pattern across Virginia Beach appears relatively quiet. Sunday is expected to bring mostly sunny skies and temperatures near 64 degrees, accompanied by northeast winds around 15 mph. Temperatures should fall to approximately 50 degrees Sunday night, with mostly clear conditions and northeast winds between 8 and 11 mph.
Monday and Tuesday should maintain the dry pattern, with afternoon temperatures near 64 degrees on both days. Wednesday, Oct. 28, also features mostly sunny conditions and a high around 64 degrees, while Thursday brings a slight warmup to approximately 66 degrees under partly sunny skies.
The supplied hazardous weather outlook does not identify additional significant weather threats through Friday. Residents should nevertheless monitor updated coastal statements when planning activities around tidal waterways, particularly because localized water levels can vary considerably between shoreline locations.
Have elevated tides caused flooding near your neighborhood or waterfront access roads this weekend?
Five Day Weather Outlook Sunday 10/25: Mostly sunny skies are expected with a high near 64 degrees and northeast winds around 15 mph; coastal flooding concerns continue through 11 a.m., followed by mostly clear skies and a low near 50 degrees.
Monday 10/26: Sunshine dominates the Virginia Beach area, with temperatures reaching approximately 64 degrees and north winds between 6 and 9 mph; clear conditions follow Monday night with temperatures falling to around 53 degrees.
Tuesday 10/27: Sunny skies continue with an afternoon high near 64 degrees and northeast winds between 8 and 13 mph, followed by mostly clear conditions Tuesday night and temperatures near 56 degrees.
Wednesday 10/28: Mostly sunny conditions are expected across Virginia Beach, with temperatures reaching approximately 64 degrees; cloud cover increases Wednesday night as temperatures fall to around 59 degrees, with no precipitation indicated in the supplied forecast.
Thursday 10/29: Partly sunny skies accompany a modest warming trend, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 66 degrees; partly cloudy conditions develop Thursday night as temperatures settle near 58 degrees.
Extended Weather Outlook Friday, Oct. 30, is expected to bring sunshine and a high near 67 degrees, followed by mostly clear skies and temperatures around 58 degrees.
Saturday, Oct. 31, should remain mostly sunny, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 67 degrees.
The supplied National Weather Service forecast does not indicate significant rainfall or additional hazardous weather through Saturday. No separate six to 10 day outlook was provided for the Virginia Beach area.