National Weather ServiceVirginiaFlood AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Flood Advisories in Virginia
The National Weather Service issued 295 flood advisories for Virginia in 2025 and 212 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 13th most of any state. 2026 through September: 206, in line with the average of 202 for those months in 2008-2025. Washington was covered most often (279 times since 2008).
How many flood advisories does Virginia get?
Every flood advisory that covered part of Virginia. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 206 |
| 2025 | 295 |
| 2024 | 207 |
| 2023 | 213 |
| 2022 | 254 |
| 2021 | 333 |
| 2020 | 478 |
| 2019 | 263 |
| 2018 | 409 |
| 2017 | 144 |
| 2016 | 167 |
| 2015 | 142 |
| 2014 | 129 |
| 2013 | 208 |
| 2012 | 158 |
| 2011 | 119 |
| 2010 | 82 |
| 2009 | 129 |
| 2008 | 86 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does Virginia get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in Virginia?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 279 | 55 | September 22, 2026 |
| Scott | 262 | 38 | August 23, 2026 |
| Henrico | 252 | 54 | August 17, 2026 |
| Chesterfield | 240 | 54 | August 17, 2026 |
| Russell | 234 | 42 | September 22, 2026 |
| City of Virginia Beach | 224 | 32 | August 31, 2026 |
| City of Chesapeake | 220 | 34 | August 31, 2026 |
| Carroll | 213 | 52 | September 12, 2026 |
| Roanoke | 202 | 43 | September 13, 2026 |
| Grayson | 202 | 54 | September 22, 2026 |
| York | 198 | 25 | July 7, 2026 |
| Hanover | 191 | 36 | September 13, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a flood advisory?
A flood advisory covers flooding that is less serious than a warning, such as water on roads or in low-lying areas, that is still a hazard to drivers and walkers. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in Virginia.