How To Survive Disney World Weather (And Hurricane Season)

Today we're going over a question that we get asked a lot here at DFB, and that is what some of our strategies are for dealing with the weather in Disney World! When you're planning your trip, it's really important to recognize how big of an impact the weather might have on your visit - from the hot and humid atmosphere of summer, to the variable temperatures in winter, and even the occasional hurricane. These are our tips on how best to prepare for all of it!

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[AshleyMercedesH]

The biggest thing is to not let the weather spoil your day! Yes, it's great to be prepared, but if you get wet, make the most of it! I remember one year when I got caught in the rain with my cousin in the Magic Kingdom. Since we were already wet, we decided to have fun with it and went skipping down Main St. USA, splashing in puddles, while everyone else ran for cover and looked at us like we were crazy! 15 years later (give or take), and that's still one of the first memories that comes to mind when I think of various Disney trips.

[cyrhoe]

My son and daughter-in-law weathered Irma in Allstar Music. When they came home I made them "I rode Hurricane irma at Disney" teeshirts with a picture of Cinderella's castle peaking through a hurricane eye ^_^

[jessedarlin]

As a northerner, it’s interesting to hear you say to wear a winter coat when it’s 50 degrees!

[CSIover]

As a former cast member and former Disney Passholder, another hack my husband and I had was going to EPCOT in the evenings. The breeze off the lake definitely cools World Showcase down, even on the hottest of days. -Also, speaking of thunderstorms, it seems to storm every single day during the summer between 3-4pm. I worked at Typhoon Lagoon during the summer and it ALWAYS stormed during this time period. Also, please beware of lightning. Lots of guests who are not used to frequent lightning underestimate how dangerous it is. If it's lightning, please take immediate shelter. Go into a resort, or into a shop on Mainstreet or any shop, really. As soon as the storm starts darkening nearby, start booking it to some shelter.
Love these videos. So helpful! All the love <3

[yourstruly_]

We went a few weeks ago in August. We followed her advice to the tee and she was spot on! We went early and returned later. We went back to our room and slept. We returned around 4 or 5 pm. Best advice ever. We were about to get onto EVERYTHING and we didn't suffer much in the heat. Our trip was AMAZING!!!!

[mousestreetdvc]

We spent both Hurricane Mathew and Hurricane Irma at WDW, as we had to evacuate from the coast. Can't say enough good things about how Disney handled the Hurricanes! We will say, that they were More prepared with Irma than Mathew! Great video AJ!

[gretabrown]

So surprised you didn’t mention the need for sunblock. Yes getting wet is uncomfortable, but getting sunburnt is my biggest fear because we are so busy in the parks. I try to put on a good layer of sunblock all over in the morning before leaving the room.

[Ms.CellarDoor]

This video is super helpful for planning. Just a suggestion, I would love to see a video of best unique souvenirs. For example, I love that you can get boxed macaroons in the France pavilion. I’d love to see what else is out there.

[ShaunWintheiser]

We were at WDW, on property, during hurricane Irma. All the cast members could not have do a better job! I don't know if Disney's training is that well done or they are able to hire that quality of people, but wow they were great!

[aishadawson]

I'm so in love with channel! I'm going to WDW in September for the first time, and this channel has been a LIFESAVER! Thank you so much for making these videos I've learned so much!

[LydiaGraceLGXO]

My boyfriend and I must have watched all of your videos over the last couple of months - were off in October and travelling from Wales so you’ve been super Thank you

[pw]

Growing up in Tampa we mostly tried to stay away from Disney during the summer, but for those going in the hottest time of the year here are a few ideas: Go to Epcot during the day, there is more air conditioned space in Epcot then any other park. Around 5 or 6 head over to the Magic Kingdom as it starts to get cooler (also the parks are a little lighter by then). You can also get dehydrated very quickly so water is the best, soda does not help, it actually makes it worse. Also remember Animal Kingdom will feel 5 to 10 degrees hotter compared to the other parks. It rains everyday betwen 4 and 5 no matter what the weather states, it will be a downpour but will only last 15 minutes or so. Afterwards the humidity will be almost unbearable due to it turning into steam from the heat.

[adriennedaub]

I've been to Disney World many times and during several seasons. My favorite time is in the cooler seasons. I enjoyed your comments. Thank you 😊!

[Lorena-OT]

I watched your videos back in 2019 for our December vacation and you helped, now I’m back because we are going in Aug. lol

[MsWDWFAN]

I've lived in Florida my whole life and all you said was spot on!
For a Floridian, 50 degrees is cold for us. We have thin blood we get cold very easily.
Alot of people who live up North think Florida is the sunshine state and it never gets cold. We'll, I'm here to tell ya it does. It can get into the low 20's with wind chills and be in the teens! We sometimes even get a little snow if the conditions are right which happened this past Winter. It was a very unusual Winter for sure!
You're a pro AJ! Even if you had to learn the hard way sometimes! 🤣

[Berrygrl]

If you chafe use body glide!! It is a life saver, I chafed so bad one year I ended up having using diaper rash cream from the gift shops and it was awful. I literally walked like a penguin for the rest of my trip. There's a regular body glide and a body glide for her, they are the same! And the for her is a little more expensive so get the regular one.

[ADolgos]

Great channel with great advises!!! What i remember to be VERY important at Disney Parks during summer was a light hooded jacket (for the freezing rides), rain cape, hand sanitize to avoid cold and flu and my cellphone charger.

[dieselevr]

I was a WDW cast member in the Fall of 1999 with the college program and all the parks closed for a day as they were expecting a major hit from hurricane Floyd. The storm tracked more toward the coast and did not come inland, but all the parks were closed for most of the day and some attractions reopened at 4 pm. I was told the parks had not closed for weather in 30 years, so I was there for a historic event (as well as the roll over to 2000).

[SeriouslyCreepy]

Disney is so good about taking care of it's guests during these times! Appreciate you guys making this!

[kristanewcomer]

These were perfect! I learned about the ponchos and strollers in 2016. We made sure in 2017 we had ponchos and strollers covers and croc sandals to deal with the Aug weather