National Park Service LogoU.S. Department of the InteriorNational Park ServiceNational Park Service
National Park Service:  U.S. Department of the InteriorNational Park Service Arrowhead
Yorktown BattlefieldColonial Parkway in the Fall
view map
text size:largestlargernormal
printer friendly
Yorktown Battlefield
Weather
 
Tidewater Virginia generally has a warm climate. Average winter daytime temperatures peak at 10 C (50 F) with night time lows of 3 C (25-20 F). Chilling winds coming off the rivers can produce wind chill temperatures much lower. Summer temperatures range from daytime highs of 30 C (85-90 F) down to 20 C (60 F) at night. Area is generally humid, especially during the summer months. Layered clothing is recommended in early spring, late fall and winter. Good walking shoes for year round comfort. Insect repellent recommended in spring and summer for mayflies, mosquitoes, chiggers, and ticks. For a three to five day forecast try NOAA Local Weather at http://www.nnic.noaa.gov/cgi-bin/page?pg=netcast.
Ranger-led walking Tour
Tours and Programs
Discover which tours and programs will be available during your visit.
more...
Exploding fireworks
Special Events
Check for special events at Yorktown Battlefield
more...
Painting of Colonial Yorktown  

Did You Know?
During the period of its peak prosperity from 1740-1770, the town of Yorktown contained 250-300 buildings and had almost 2000 residents. Approximately 80% of the town were damaged or destroyed during the 1781 siege. Today Yorktown is still an active community of about 200 residents.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST