Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown FAQs

Find out all you need to know about visiting Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown.

When is the best time to visit Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown?

Like much of the state of Virginia, the historical triangle of Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown benefits from four mild seasons of weather, making it a year round destination for travel. The best times of the year to visit are spring and autumn, when the weather will be pleasantly mild, and the local nature will be at its peak. Expect beautiful autumn foliage between September and November and lush blossom-filled gardens between March and May. Daytime highs will range from 27°C to 16°C depending on the month.

For those who want to visit during the summer months of June to August, the weather is hot with temperatures up to 31°C and occasional rain because of high humidity. Winter lasts from December to February and is generally uneventful and only moderately cold with highs around 12°C and lows down to freezing.

What is the time difference between the UK and Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown?

GMT – 5 hours

What places combine well with Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown?

A visit to Williamsburg and the sites of Jamestown and Yorktown can be combined with a variety of other locations within the Capital Region. Take a short drive up to the riverside city of Alexandria, or take the train up to the nation’s capital, Washington DC. Other nearby places of interest include the historical town of Charlottesville, the inland beauty of Shenandoah Valley and the vibrant beachside resort town of Virginia Beach.

What are the main cultural events in Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown?

November – Virginia Thanksgiving Festival, Berkeley Plantation Jamestown
December – Colonial Williamsburg Grand Illumination Celebration (holiday lights festival)