Is Chesapeake, Virginia sinking?

Yes, Chesapeake is one of the fastest-sinking coastal cities in the United States, losing roughly two inches per decade to natural land subsidence compounded by sea level rise.

Does Chesapeake, VA flood without storms?

Yes, some low-lying residential streets now flood on high tides during certain seasons without any storm, a phenomenon called sunny day flooding.

What is Chesapeake, Virginia's record low temperature?

Chesapeake's record low is minus 3°F.

What is the long-term weather risk for Chesapeake, Virginia?

The greater long-term risk for Chesapeake is the gradual encroachment of tidal water into permanently inhabited areas, with some neighborhoods becoming increasingly impractical to insure at standard rates.

Weather in Chesapeake, VA

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Chesapeake, VA Weather