VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – After a stormy Columbus Day weekend marked by flooding tides, high surf, and gusts over 50 mph, calmer conditions are finally on the way for Hampton Roads. Coastal residents are urged to remain cautious near the water Monday, as elevated tides and lingering waves continue to cause beach erosion and minor flooding.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, a Coastal Flood Warning remains in effect through Monday evening, with water levels up to two feet above normal along the southern Chesapeake Bay and oceanfront. A High Surf Advisory and High Wind Warning are also in place until early Monday. Winds could still gust near 45 mph along U.S. Route 60 and the Virginia Beach Oceanfront before easing late in the day.
Power crews and city maintenance teams continue clearing debris and addressing downed lines across the region. Drivers should watch for ponding water and sand on roads, especially near Shore Drive and the Lynnhaven Inlet area.
By Tuesday, high pressure will build in, bringing sunny skies, lighter winds, and true fall air across the Tidewater region. Cooler mornings and mild afternoons will greet students returning to school after the holiday, setting up a comfortable stretch through midweek. Residents can expect a noticeable drop in humidity — perfect for late-season beach walks, pumpkin patch visits, or leaf-viewing drives inland toward Suffolk and Chesapeake.
Five-Day Forecast for Virginia Beach, VA:
Tue: 68/59 – Mostly sunny, breezy; cooler and drier air settles in.
Wed: 69/58 – Sunny and mild; great for outdoor school events.
Thu: 71/55 – Clear skies; light winds, pleasant fall feel.
Fri: 72/56 – Bright and crisp; ideal leaf-viewing weather inland.
Sat: 73/57 – Mostly sunny; warming trend continues into the weekend.
