Virginia, United States
Coastal Waters38.14°N, 76.61°WStation UN-VIR-RAG

Ragged Point Beach Sea Water Temperature

A temperate beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around August at about 26.5°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Ragged Point Beach water temperature

24.3
75.7°FWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)

Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold.

+0°vs Sep avgCoastal Waters38.14°N, 76.61°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
26°C
78.4°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
—
Daily maximum
Sunrise
—
First morning light
Sunset
—
Golden hour close

7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
24.3°C
75.7°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
ThuOct 1
24.6°C
76.3°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
FriOct 2
24.7°C
76.5°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
SatOct 3
24.6°C
76.3°F
Waves: 0.6m
Warm
SunOct 4
24.3°C
75.7°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
MonOct 5
24°C
75.2°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
TueOct 6
23.9°C
75°F
Waves: 1m
Comfortable
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Ragged Point Beach.
Confidence: High

Ragged Point Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Ragged Point Beach occurs inJuly, August, September — peaking at26.5°C (79.7°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
4
Jan
3
Feb
5
Mar
10
Apr
16
May
22
Jun
26
Jul
27
Aug
Current
24
Sep
19
Oct
13
Nov
8
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January1°C4°C7.6°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February0.9°C3.2°C6°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March1.6°C5.3°C11.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April2.7°C9.8°C15.7°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
May8.3°C15.9°C22.4°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
June13.7°C21.8°C25.9°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
July19.1°C25.5°C29.5°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
August21.6°C26.5°C29.2°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent18.8°C24.3°C27.6°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
October14.3°C19.1°C23.2°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
November9.5°C12.9°C16.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
December4.9°C7.8°C11°CVery Cold (< 16°C)

Swimming FAQs for Ragged Point Beach

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Ragged Point Beach today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Ragged Point Beach this time of year is 24.3°C (75.7°F) — classified as Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C). Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Ragged Point Beach?

The highest water temperatures in Ragged Point Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Ragged Point Beach in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Ragged Point Beach average around24.3°C (75.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 18.8°C and a maximum of 27.6°C.

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