Local weather forecast

Weather in Yorktown, VA

Updated 2026-09-26 12:00 local time · ZIP codes 23690, 23691, 23692, 23693

Overcast
Now65°F

Overcast

High / Low65° / 58°
Rain chance70%
Wind16 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Gale Warning issued September 26 at 3:58AM EDT until September 26 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Gale Warning issued September 26 at 1:12AM EDT until September 26 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Gale Warning issued September 26 at 6:13AM EDT until September 26 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast65°12% rain
1 PMOvercast65°15% rain
2 PMOvercast63°17% rain
3 PMOvercast62°18% rain
4 PMPatchy rain nearby63°22% rain
5 PMPatchy rain nearby61°24% rain
6 PMPatchy rain nearby60°34% rain
7 PMPatchy rain nearby59°29% rain
8 PMPatchy rain nearby59°36% rain
9 PMLight drizzle59°69% rain
10 PMLight rain58°75% rain
11 PMLight rain58°77% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
65° 58°Overcast
Rain 70%Gust 16 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Overcast
76° 58°Overcast
Rain 57%Gust 13 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Overcast
73° 60°Overcast
Rain 14%Gust 7 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like57°F
Humidity59%
Pressure29.88 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind16 mph NNW
Wind gusts25 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index4
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:57 AM
Sunset06:57 PM
Moonrise06:48 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour11 AM · 70°F
Coolest hour6 AM · 58°F
Highest rain chance11 PM · 77%
Strongest gusts7 PM · 33 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 77% over the next 12 hours.

Light layers should work

It feels like 57°F with winds near 16 mph.

Best window: 12 PM

65°F, 12% rain chance and 16 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 33 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 65°F, wind 16 mph, rain chance up to 77%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 4. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Local weather characteristics in Yorktown

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.

Yorktown is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 37.24°N latitude and 76.51°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.

Yorktown weather today

Overcast and 65°F in Yorktown, VA. Today's high is 65°F with a 70% rain chance. Winds are around 16 mph with gusts near 25 mph. Relative humidity is 59%, pressure is 29.88 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Yorktown

Sunrise is at 06:57 AM and sunset is at 06:57 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 76°F and a low near 58°F. The maximum rain chance is 57%.

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