Mild
Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
May verdict
Williamsburg, Virginia, United States in May
Weather score56Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8.9h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 111mm, so some wet days are possible.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
26°C
Rain
111mm
Sun
8.9h
Sea
17°C
Weather score
56
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 111mm, so some wet days are possible.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.9h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 17°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Williamsburg, Virginia, United States with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May26°C average high
May sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJune to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May111mm average rain
May is wetter than Williamsburg's yearly average, so flexible plans matter more.
Driest monthsJanuary to April, June, and October to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May8.9 hours average sun
May is brighter than Williamsburg's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.
Brightest monthsMay to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
May17°C average sea
May is close to Williamsburg's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming comfort is fairly typical.
Warmest seaJune to September
Sea temperatures are usually near 23°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
May56 weather score
May sits close to Williamsburg's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJune to September
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
Hotels in Williamsburg, Virginia, United States
Marriott
Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph CollectionWilliamsburg, Virginia, USA
Courtyard Williamsburg Busch Gardens AreaWilliamsburg, Virginia, USA
Fairfield Inn & Suites WilliamsburgWilliamsburg, Virginia, USA
SpringHill Suites by Marriott WilliamsburgWilliamsburg, Virginia, USA
Residence Inn WilliamsburgWilliamsburg, Virginia, USA
Marriott’s Manor Club at Ford’s ColonyWilliamsburg, Virginia, USA