Montpelier, located in Orange County, Virginia, was the plantation house of the Madison family

Orange FAQs

Find out all you need to know about visiting Orange.

When is the best time to visit Orange?

The best time to visit Orange, Virginia is in the spring or autumn when the weather is pleasantly mild and humidity is lower. From April to June highs range from 20°C to 29°C and visitors will find both blooming gardens and comfortable outdoor conditions; while from September to November, highs range from 24°C at the start of the season to 17°C by the end, and fall foliage arrives across the region.  

Summer in Orange, Virginia tends to be hot and muggy and winter is usually cold with freezing evening temperatures and occasional snowfall.

What is the time difference between the UK and Orange?

GMT –5 hours 

What places combine well with Orange?

Orange makes for a great short stopover on any journey across Virginia. It is located a half hour drive from the city of Charlottesville and just over an hour’s drive to both Richmond and Washington, DC. 

What are the main cultural events in Orange?

April – Historic Garden Week 

June – Orange Uncorked Wine Festival 

September – Orange Street Festival 

September – Orange-Tober-Fest 

October – Virginia Wine Festival 

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