Winter is quite mild and short in duration. Spring and fall tend to linger with their own bursts of color. Summer is hot, but a favorite for the many that cherish the surrounding beaches and lakes, including the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean.
Locals appreciate each season and look forward to the next change.
Winter in Williamsburg - Tourists and local residents look forward to December with great joy, for it is during the Christmas season that Historic Area homes are the most charming. Houses are adorned with 18th century holiday decor fashioned from fresh fruit, vegetables, nuts and local greenery. The dull shades of winter are warmed by the splendor of twinkling lights and brilliant colors. Candlelit windows seem to bring each home to life and welcome passersby into a world of comfortable, cozy cheer. The evening chill is quickly forgotten with a dose of hot mulled cider and toasty gingerbread right from the oven.