wheres should I retire?
You are here: Home > Florida > Williston

Retirement Living In Williston - Florida


Jump to: Area, Characteristics, Cost, Amenities, Climate, Demographics, Housing, Assistance

Area Description

Williston is a small town with old fashioned beliefs. God, country and children come first.
We are surrounded by many farms. Peanuts and watermelon are large crops from this area.
Horses and cattle farms are also plentiful in the area.

Region Characteristics





Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
   Family owned restaurants as well as a restaurant serving those who fly into Williston Airport.
Chain restaurants are also available.

The Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the City of Williston hosts an Independence Day festival on July 3rd each year. There is no admission to the park and the amusement rides for children are free, the cost is covered by sponsors.

The Central Florida Peanut Festival takes place on the 1st Saturday in October every year. This festival brings thousands of visitors to the area.

Williston is home to the Williston Golf & Country Club as well as several community organizations.

Cultural Activities

Public transportation
Levy County Transit provides low cost transportation to larger cities in the area. It is used primarily by senior citizens.

Medical Facilities


We do have a small 60 bed hospital in Williston with an emergency room that provides for many of the needs of our residents.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Williston, Florida?

For those of you that retire in Williston, you will have hotter temperatures than other areas of the USA.

Winter temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the upper 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Williston such as dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are mild with averages in the upper 60's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Expect a few days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the spring.

Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the low 80's and highs in the low 90's. Nights are mild with lows in the low 70's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Humidity with lots of moisture in the air may feel oppressive. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

Fall temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Expect a few days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  42 F°  54 F°  67 F°
 Feb  44 F°  57 F°  70 F°
 Mar  49 F°  62 F°  75 F°
 Apr  54 F°  67 F°  81 F°
 May  62 F°  74 F°  87 F°
 Jun  69 F°  79 F°  90 F°
 Jul  71 F°  81 F°  91 F°
 Aug  71 F°  81 F°  90 F°
 Sep  68 F°  78 F°  88 F°
 Oct  59 F°  71 F°  82 F°
 Nov  51 F°  63 F°  75 F°
 Dec  44 F°  56 F°  68 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  7  0
 Feb  0  4  0
 Mar  0  1  0
 Apr  1  0  0
 May  8  0  0
 Jun  16  0  0
 Jul  20  0  0
 Aug  18  0  0
 Sep  10  0  0
 Oct  1  0  0
 Nov  0  1  0
 Dec  0  5  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  4 "  9  45 %
 Feb  4 "  7  47 %
 Mar  5 "  8  51 %
 Apr  3 "  6  55 %
 May  3 "  6  63 %
 Jun  7 "  14  70 %
 Jul  7 "  15  73 %
 Aug  8 "  17  73 %
 Sep  5 "  12  70 %
 Oct  3 "  7  62 %
 Nov  2 "  6  55 %
 Dec  3 "  7  48 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  0 "  0  0
 Feb  0 "  0  0
 Mar  0 "  0  0
 Apr  0 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  0 "  0  0
 Dec  0 "  0  0


Natural Disaster Areas

Cost of Living for Williston, FL

Williston, Florida cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:

 Cost of Living

Demographics

Race

Religion

Political Party

Age

Senior Housing Options

Senior Assistance in Williston, FL

Williston, Florida offers the following assistance for seniors:

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Williston Offer For Retirees?

Many community groups/organizations in Williston

Additional Information

Visitor Information


Back to: Area, Characteristics, Cost, Amenities, Climate, Demographics, Housing, Assistance

     





Disclaimer Privacy Contact Us