3 Things to Know About the Weather at Disney World

It’s no shock to anyone that the weather in Florida is generally pretty toasty for most of the year. When you’re planning your trip to Disney World, weather and the time of year is one of the main factors to consider. Before making your decision on when you’re going (and what parks you want to go to) here’s three important things you should know.

Florida does have winter

Ok well it’s nothing like a Midwest or Northeast winter, but Florida temperatures between the winter months of November and February do drop to a less than comfortable temperature if you’re in shorts and a t-shirt. Most park-goers from out of state assume that because it’s Florida, the weather will be warm and its a great winter time escape. While this is generally true, it’s really not sun dress and tank top weather.

Just be prepared with long pants and a sweatshirt and maybe an extra medium weight jacket just incase. It’s not necessarily warm but if you’re coming from a place that does have a real winter, it will still feel warmer.

It rains every day in summer at Walt Disney World

Pretty much without fail, if you’re visiting Disney World in the high summer months from the end of June – end of August, you will have rain everyday. But don’t let this put you off. It’s generally just a quick “flash” summer storm and only rains for 10-30 minutes at some point during the day. It’s actually a nice relief to help relieve some of that humidity and help you cool down while you’re running around the Parks.

Hurricanes can come to Orlando

Although it’s not too common that Hurricanes will rip through Orlando, the Walt Disney World Resort has closed its doors 7 times before due to Hurricanes. When this happens, no Guests are allowed to visit and the Parks undergo Hurricane Prep which includes wrapping equipment in tight cellophane, pre-filling trash cans and bins with water, and locking down rides and buildings.

If a hurricane hits this part of Florida, it will likely be in the late summer – autumn.