Virginia Beach Daily Brief: School delay, slick roads, and rough water
Virginia Beach, VA – February 23, 2026 – Snow and wind are shaking up the commute: a school delay, icy roads, and rough water for boaters today.
Weather-related schedule changes
After overnight snow and lingering slick spots, Virginia Beach City Public Schools shifted to a two-hour delay Monday. The change gives crews more time to evaluate conditions and helps bus routes run closer to daylight, when visibility is better and temperatures typically climb a bit.
Families should also expect some ripple effects: before-school programs may not run as usual, and specialized schedules (like early childhood services and certain technical programs) can shift on delay days.
Roads: crews still active, expect icy patches
Transportation crews across Hampton Roads stayed on 12-hour shifts treating and plowing as needed, while also responding to reports of downed trees. Officials said the Southside and much of the immediate area avoided the worst of the storm’s impacts, but warned that leftover moisture can refreeze with temperatures hovering near freezing.
The biggest trouble spots tend to be familiar: bridges, overpasses, entrance ramps and shaded neighborhood streets. If you have to drive, plan for a slower commute and keep extra space around snow and utility crews working roadside.
Quick local takeaways
- Take turns slowly and brake early on side streets where melting and refreezing can happen fast.
- Watch for tree debris and standing water that can turn to ice overnight.
- If you are heading out of the city, conditions can change quickly by region, so check current advisories before you go.
On the water: strong winds and rough seas
A coastal waters forecast issued Monday evening kept Small Craft Advisories in place into Tuesday afternoon. In the bay near the bridge-tunnel and at the mouth of the bay, northwest winds were forecast around 20 to 25 knots with gusts up to about 30 knots, with waves building into the 4 to 5 foot range (occasionally higher in spots).
Off the Oceanfront, seas were forecast to stay elevated into Tuesday before gradually subsiding. For anyone fishing, surfing, or working on the water, it’s a good day to double-check gear, timing, and local restrictions.
