Station Name: Wachapreague
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents

Elevation Above Sea Level: -3 feet

Sensor Depth: -2 feet

Nearest Address:
1 Riverview Ave
Wachapreague, VA 23480
Accomack County

GPS Coordinates: 37.607778, -75.685833

Nearby Water Temperatures

Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 31 at 9:28PM EST until February 1 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 9:28 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 11 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches. In Virginia, Accomack County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 AM Sunday to 4 AM EST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 AM to 11 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

High Surf Advisory issued January 31 at 9:28PM EST until February 2 at 4:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 9:28 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 11 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches. In Virginia, Accomack County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 AM Sunday to 4 AM EST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 AM to 11 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...Accomack County. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

Wind Advisory issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...Accomack County. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

High Wind Warning issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck and Western Currituck Counties. In Virginia, Northampton County, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, north winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck and Western Currituck Counties. In Virginia, Northampton County, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Coastal Flood Warning issued January 31 at 9:28PM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 9:28 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 11 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Northampton County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 AM Sunday to 4 AM EST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 3 AM to 1 PM EST 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 1 to 2 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

High Surf Advisory issued January 31 at 9:28PM EST until February 2 at 4:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 9:28 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 11 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Northampton County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 AM Sunday to 4 AM EST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 3 AM to 1 PM EST 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 1 to 2 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Cold Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...Inland Worcester, Maryland Beaches, Somerset, and Wicomico Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Wind Advisory issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...Inland Worcester, Maryland Beaches, Somerset, and Wicomico Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...Mathews County. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Wind Advisory issued February 1 at 12:43AM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:43 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 8:45 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...Mathews County. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 31 at 9:28PM EST until February 1 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 9:28 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Inland Worcester County. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 11 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.