Virginia Beach uses Eastern Time (ET) — UTC−5 in winter (EST) and UTC−4 in summer (EDT). Virginia's most populous city, Virginia Beach is a popular coastal resort known for its 3‑mile boardwalk, golden beaches, the King Neptune statue, and the vibrant oceanfront district.
Everything you need to know about Virginia Beach's time zone, UTC offset, and Daylight Saving Time schedule.
From the first Sunday of November to the second Sunday of March, Virginia Beach observes EST (UTC−5). This is the standard winter time used across the US East Coast.
From the second Sunday of March to the first Sunday of November, Virginia Beach advances to EDT (UTC−4) — clocks move forward 1 hour, giving longer summer evenings.
The official IANA time zone name for Virginia Beach is America/New_York. This identifier is used in programming, operating systems, and all modern calendar applications.
Spring forward: 9 March 2025 at 02:00 → 03:00
Fall back: 2 November 2025 at 02:00 → 01:00
Spring forward: 8 March 2026 at 02:00 → 03:00
Fall back: 1 November 2026 at 02:00 → 01:00
The 3‑mile boardwalk is the city's iconic attraction, featuring the King Neptune statue, outdoor cafes, bike rentals, and the annual East Coast Surfing Championship.
Virginia Beach is home to several major military installations, including Naval Air Station Oceana (Master Jet Base) and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek‑Fort Story.
Virginia Beach is an independent city located in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with a population of over 450,000 (metro area over 1.8 million). It is the most populous city in Virginia and a major resort destination on the Atlantic Ocean.
The city is famous for its 3‑mile oceanfront boardwalk, a concrete promenade lined with restaurants, shops, and hotels. The iconic King Neptune statue at 31st Street is a beloved landmark. The boardwalk hosts concerts, festivals, and the annual East Coast Surfing Championship, the oldest surfing competition on the East Coast.
Virginia Beach has a rich military heritage. It is home to Naval Air Station Oceana, the US Navy's Master Jet Base, and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek‑Fort Story, which includes the historic Cape Henry Lighthouses (the first federally funded lighthouse in the US, built in 1792). The lighthouses mark the entrance to the Chesapeake Bay.
The city offers numerous family‑friendly attractions. The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center features massive tanks, a touch pool, and an outdoor aviary. First Landing State Park, where English colonists first landed in 1607, offers hiking, kayaking, and camping along the Chesapeake Bay. The Military Aviation Museum houses one of the largest collections of World War I and World War II aircraft in the world.
Virginia Beach is also a gateway to the Chesapeake Bay Bridge‑Tunnel, a 17‑mile engineering marvel that connects the city to Virginia's Eastern Shore. The region is known for its fresh seafood, especially blue crabs and oysters.
Norfolk International Airport (ORF) is the primary airport serving the area, located just 15 minutes from the oceanfront, offering non‑stop flights to major hubs like Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, New York, and Orlando.
450,000+ (city) / 1.8M (metro). Most populous city in Virginia.
3‑mile boardwalk, iconic King Neptune statue, East Coast Surfing Championship.
NAS Oceana, Cape Henry Lighthouses, Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek.
Virginia Aquarium, First Landing State Park, Military Aviation Museum.
Humid subtropical. Hot, humid summers (avg. 31°C / 88°F in July), mild winters (avg. 5°C / 41°F in January).
+1 (US country code). Area codes: 757. Currency: US Dollar (USD, $).
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Note on DST transitions: The offsets shown above reflect the current live offset, which changes twice a year due to Daylight Saving Time. The US, EU, and other regions change their clocks on different dates, which means the difference between Virginia Beach and a European city can vary by 1 hour for a short period in spring and autumn. Always verify the exact time difference around DST transition dates for critical scheduling.
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