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Williamsburg, Virginia

The Governor's Palace in Williamsburg, Virginia, 2pm on September 20, 2012, using a Nikon D80.

Williamsburg climate

Williamsburg offers a warm season and coastal influenced winter, with humidity and freezing days to plan around

Williamsburg’s climate ledger shows an 89°F average summer high, 53 days above 90°F, 77 percent humidity, and a Very Good summer heat feel. Winter averages a 33°F low with 59 days below freezing and a Good winter comfort row. April, May, June, September, and October are the best listed months, while January, February, and December are toughest.

Air quality is Excellent, modeled fine particle pollution is Good at 5.9 micrograms per cubic meter for the 2021 to 2025 average, and natural disaster risk is Low. Allergy levels are Poor, heat is Moderate, drought is Low to Medium, and weather volatility is Moderate. Williamsburg’s climate can support gardens and historic walking, but the home still needs cooling, allergy, heating, and surface planning.

Living through the seasons

Summer and winter comfort tell a similar story.

Overall Comfort
Good

2.8 / 5

Average Summer High
89°F

Warm · 89°F

Days Above 90°F
53 days/year

Good

Summer Feel
Very Good

3.4 / 5

Average Winter Low
33°F / 1°C

Very Good

Days Below Freezing
59 days/year

Good

Winter Feel
Good

2.9 / 5

The shape of the year

Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine show how the seasons differ.

Humidity
77%

Good

Comfortable Months
5 months

Fair

Solar Exposure
1598 peak sun hrs/yr

Poor

Air, allergies, and weather

Air quality and allergies shape day to day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.

Air and allergies

Air Quality
Excellent

4.7 / 5

Allergy Levels
Poor

Current AQI

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Current PM2.5

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Timing and weather

Long Term Fine Particle Pollution
5.9 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Good · 5.9 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Best Months
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Toughest Months
Jan, Feb, Dec
Heat Risk
Moderate

Good

Drought Risk
Low - Medium (0.2-0.4)
Weather Volatility
Moderate

3.3 / 5

Williamsburg in everyday life

Could Williamsburg work for you?

What may work well

  • Williamsburg has a Very Good summer heat feel, Good winter comfort, Excellent air quality, and Low natural disaster risk.
  • April through June and September through October offer a defined set of best listed months for outdoor, garden, and historic plans.
  • Colonial Williamsburg gardens, city parks, and indoor recreation provide multiple ways to use the favorable season.

What to think about

  • An 89°F average summer high, 53 hot days, 77 percent humidity, and Poor allergy levels make the warm season demanding.
  • A 33°F average winter low and 59 freezing days keep heating, entry, parking, and care route questions active.
  • Five comfortable months leave a meaningful part of the year for indoor alternatives and seasonal adjustment.

Before choosing Williamsburg through the seasons

  1. Review the warm season at home

    Check cooling, shade, windows, indoor air, parking, hydration, indoor alternatives, garden routes, and the return path during the 53 days above 90°F.

  2. Plan the freezing days

    Review heating, insulation, entry surfaces, wet weather, parking, care routes, groceries, footwear, and indoor plans for the 59 days below freezing.

  3. Keep air and allergies distinct

    Use Excellent air quality, 5.9 micrograms per cubic meter modeled fine particle pollution, and Poor allergy levels as separate questions for the home and household.

  4. Review home weather response

    Place Moderate heat risk, Low to Medium drought, trees, drainage, power, alerts, heating, and the route home beside the chosen property.

Questions retirees ask

What are Williamsburg summers like?

The average summer high is 89°F, with 53 days above 90°F, 77 percent humidity, Poor allergy levels, and a Very Good summer heat feel. Cooling, shade, water, indoor alternatives, and timing matter.

Does Williamsburg have a mild winter?

The average winter low is 33°F with 59 days below freezing and a Good winter comfort row. Heating, entry surfaces, parking, care routes, and indoor plans still deserve review.

How many comfortable months does Williamsburg have?

The climate ledger lists five comfortable months. April, May, June, September, and October are the best listed months, while January, February, and December are toughest.

Is Williamsburg air quality good?

Air quality is labeled Excellent and modeled fine particle pollution is 5.9 micrograms per cubic meter for the 2021 to 2025 average. Allergy levels are Poor, so air quality and personal comfort remain separate questions.

Should weather affect a Williamsburg home choice?

Yes. Humidity, Poor allergy levels, 53 hot days, 59 freezing days, Moderate heat risk, drought Low to Medium, and the route to care belong in the home review.

Williamsburg may suit someone who values a defined warm season, gardens, historic walking, Good winter comfort, and Excellent air quality, while accepting humidity, allergies, and a real freeze window. Review cooling, heating, surfaces, drainage, pharmacy access, and care routes before choosing Save, Compare, or Find my fit.

Sources

Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.

Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.

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