Local weather forecast

Weather in Chesapeake, VA

Updated 2026-09-26 08:45 local time · ZIP codes 23320, 23321, 23322, 23323 + more

Overcast
Now61°F

Overcast

High / Low66° / 60°
Rain chance23%
Wind14 mph
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Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 2:36AM EDT until September 27 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Chesapeake and Suffolk, and Hampton/Poquoson, Norfolk and Portsmouth. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

Safety instructions

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 6:09AM EDT until September 27 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Chesapeake and Suffolk, and Hampton/Poquoson, Norfolk and Portsmouth. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

Safety instructions

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast61°13% rain
10 AMOvercast63°13% rain
11 AMOvercast64°14% rain
12 PMOvercast65°14% rain
1 PMPatchy rain nearby65°15% rain
2 PMOvercast63°15% rain
3 PMOvercast63°13% rain
4 PMPatchy rain nearby64°14% rain
5 PMOvercast63°13% rain
6 PMCloudy63°13% rain
7 PMOvercast62°18% rain
8 PMOvercast61°19% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
66° 60°Overcast
Rain 23%Gust 15 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Overcast
71° 58°Overcast
Rain 67%Gust 13 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Partly Cloudy
74° 59°Partly Cloudy
Rain 15%Gust 8 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like53°F
Humidity60%
Pressure29.85 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind14 mph NNW
Wind gusts27 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:56 AM
Sunset06:56 PM
Moonrise06:47 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour12 PM · 65°F
Coolest hour7 AM · 58°F
Highest rain chance4 AM · 73%
Strongest gusts9 AM · 28 mph
Recent change

Today vs yesterday in Chesapeake

Forecast high66°F -3°
Forecast low60°F -1°
Rain chance23% +23 pts
YesterdayOvercast
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella not essential

Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 19%).

Light layers should work

It feels like 53°F with winds near 14 mph.

Best window: 11 AM

64°F, 14% rain chance and 14 mph wind.

Allow a little extra driving time

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 28 mph.

Good conditions for an easy run

Current temperature is 61°F, wind 14 mph, rain chance up to 19%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Chesapeake

Virginia ranges from Atlantic coastal plain to Appalachian highlands. Summers are generally warm and humid, while mountain areas are cooler and winter conditions vary substantially statewide.

Chesapeake is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 36.82°N latitude and 76.28°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Chesapeake weather today

Overcast and 61°F in Chesapeake, VA. Today's high is 66°F with a 23% rain chance. Winds are around 14 mph with gusts near 27 mph. Relative humidity is 60%, pressure is 29.85 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Chesapeake

Sunrise is at 06:56 AM and sunset is at 06:56 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 71°F and a low near 58°F. The maximum rain chance is 67%.

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