Virginia Beach, VA – Beachgoers in Virginia Beach and Eastern Currituck County are facing a high risk of rip currents and dangerous surf through Monday evening, with local officials urging swimmers to stay out of the water. According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, rough waves of 4 to 6 feet are creating hazardous swimming and surfing conditions along the Virginia and North Carolina coastline.
The Beach Hazards Statement remains in effect through Monday night for all of Virginia Beach and eastern Currituck County. Localized beach erosion is possible as powerful northeast winds keep surf conditions elevated. Lifeguards and emergency responders are on alert, as rescues often spike during periods of high rip currents.
Residents and visitors are advised to avoid entering the water and to monitor official updates for changing conditions. If caught in a rip current, remain calm, float, and swim parallel to shore until free. Local authorities may close some access points if surf conditions worsen. Small craft operators should also use caution near inlets.
The hazardous conditions are expected to improve by Tuesday morning, but advisory-level surf could linger into midweek. More updates may follow if risks remain high.
Five Day Forecast for Virginia Beach, VA:
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 80°F. Breezy with dangerous surf.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 81°F. Rip current risk decreases.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of showers, high near 82°F.
- Thursday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 81°F.
- Friday: Partly sunny, chance of showers, high near 80°F.
