Local weather forecast

Weather in Williamsburg, VA

Updated 2026-09-26 12:45 local time · ZIP codes 23185, 23187, 23188

Cloudy
Now66°F

Cloudy

High / Low67° / 58°
Rain chance65%
Wind17 mph
Weather alerts

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Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 2:36AM EDT until September 27 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...New Kent, Gloucester, Eastern King William, Eastern King and Queen and York Counties. * WHEN...Until 3 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

Safety instructions

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 6:09AM EDT until September 27 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...New Kent, Gloucester, Eastern King William, Eastern King and Queen and York Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

Safety instructions

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Hourly

Next hours

NowCloudy66°8% rain
2 PMOvercast63°16% rain
3 PMOvercast63°17% rain
4 PMPatchy rain nearby62°21% rain
5 PMPatchy rain nearby62°20% rain
6 PMPatchy rain nearby62°26% rain
7 PMPatchy rain nearby60°25% rain
8 PMPatchy rain nearby59°29% rain
9 PMLight drizzle58°68% rain
10 PMLight rain58°69% rain
11 PMLight rain58°72% rain
12 AMLight drizzle58°54% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
67° 58°Overcast
Rain 65%Gust 17 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Partly Cloudy
77° 57°Partly Cloudy
Rain 50%Gust 13 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Overcast
74° 59°Overcast
Rain 13%Gust 6 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like57°F
Humidity56%
Pressure29.89 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind17 mph NNW
Wind gusts24 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index5
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:58 AM
Sunset06:58 PM
Moonrise06:48 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour12 PM · 73°F
Coolest hour7 AM · 57°F
Highest rain chance11 PM · 72%
Strongest gusts8 PM · 34 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 72% over the next 12 hours.

Light layers should work

It feels like 57°F with winds near 17 mph.

Best window: 2 PM

63°F, 16% rain chance and 14 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 34 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 66°F, wind 17 mph, rain chance up to 72%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Local weather characteristics in Williamsburg

Virginia ranges from Atlantic coastal plain to Appalachian highlands. Summers are generally warm and humid, while mountain areas are cooler and winter conditions vary substantially statewide.

Williamsburg is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 37.27°N latitude and 76.71°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Williamsburg weather today

Cloudy and 66°F in Williamsburg, VA. Today's high is 67°F with a 65% rain chance. Winds are around 17 mph with gusts near 24 mph. Relative humidity is 56%, pressure is 29.89 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Williamsburg

Sunrise is at 06:58 AM and sunset is at 06:58 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Partly Cloudy with a high near 77°F and a low near 57°F. The maximum rain chance is 50%.

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