Yes, all the Walt Disney World Resort pools are heated. As for Pool Hopping, the general answer is no, you can't. There are a few exceptions. Pool Hopping is allowed between All-Star Resort pools. So, if you are a Guest at All-Star Movies Resort and wanted to swim at another All-Star Resort pool, you can.
While some Guests may prefer higher temperatures before splashing around in their Disney Resorts Collection swimming hole, the great news is all Disney Resort pools are heated to approximately 82° and are open year round (as long as there are no storms or exceptionally cold weather in the area).
The warmest oceans in the US are in south Florida (palm beach to Monroe county). However, while the ocean temperature is safe to swim in January at a mild 71 degrees on average.
Orlando Weather in JanuaryAlthough we can get some pretty cold days, January in Orlando is generally warm days and very pleasant. During most days you can expect blue skies and sunshine by the bucket-load. January averages 7 hours of sunshine a day and humidity is barely noticeable.
Can you swim in December? Even though it may be too cold to swim in December where you live, at Disney World the pools are heated which means even if the air is a bit chilly, the pools are still a comfortable temperature. In addition to the pools at the resorts, at least 1 of Disney's 2 water parks will remain open.
Yes, year round. What is the water temperature like? The pools are heated throughout the year to a uniform 82 degrees Fahrenheit. You can swim in warm water even when the outdoor temperature is chiiiilly.
The weather at Disney World in January is some of the best you'll find all year, with average lows in the 50's and highs in the 70's. Crowds after the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday through the end of the month are typically some of the lowest you'll find all year.
A pool heater will allow you to keep your pool open all year round. It will warm the water to a comfortable temperature so that you can take a dip anytime. Solar powered water heaters are available that won't increase your energy bills.
The best time to visit Florida is usually in the Spring and Autumn, with January through April and September being great months to go to the Sunshine State. These months are usually cooler and less crowded.