Does it ever snow at Disney World?

For example, have you ever wondered if it has snowed in a Disney theme park? The answer, in a word, is YES! It has indeed snowed at a Disney park. And we aren't just talking about the “snow” that falls throughout the holiday season on Main Street U.S.A.; we're talking real snow that falls in actual COLD weather.



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January is the coldest month of the year in Florida. Yes, it does get chilly in Florida!

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The Magic Kingdom park at Walt Disney World is the most visiting theme park in the world so one of the other most popular questions we receive is, which day of the week is the slowest at Magic Kingdom? And as a general rule of thumb Tuesdays tend to be the slowest day at Magic Kingdom park.

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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.

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The rain generally isn't that big of a deal if you don't make it a big deal. In general, Disney World is a 365 day a year operation. It never closes, even for rain, with basically one exception. Hurricanes.

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If you'll be in Disney World for more than a couple of days, there's a high chance that you'll run into a pop-up storm or some rain and potentially lightning during your trip! Spring and summer comes with LOTS of rain in The Sunshine State!

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Cold weather gear– consider packing hats, long sleeve shirts, pants, tennis shoes, and coat in case of cold weather during your trip. The mornings and evenings in Disney World will be a bit cooler and the Florida humidity can actually make it feel cold at night and when it's raining.

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In order to improve guest flow, ease congestion and streamline the bag-check and entry processes, loose and dry ice is not permitted. Reusable ice packs are recommended.

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Why is loose or dry ice not permitted in your parks? In order to improve guest flow, ease congestion and streamline the bag-check and entry processes, loose and dry ice is not permitted. Reusable ice packs are recommended. What happens if I need ice for baby food, medicine, or some other item?

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What is this? The show must go on, and even when it is rainy, Disney World is open. Now, of course if Disney does happen to close for a weather event (like a hurricane) they will issue refunds then. But, if it is just a rainy day at Disney, the parks will remain open and no rain checks or refunds will be given.

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Disney's official policy is that it does not offer refunds for rain. What is this? The show must go on, and even when it is rainy, Disney World is open. Now, of course if Disney does happen to close for a weather event (like a hurricane) they will issue refunds then.

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The rain generally isn't that big of a deal if you don't make it a big deal. In general, Disney World is a 365 day a year operation. It never closes, even for rain, with basically one exception. Hurricanes.

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The Coldest Places in Walt Disney World
  • Magic Kingdom. As great as the attraction is, has there ever been a person who has visited The Hall of Presidents in the summer and not fallen asleep? ...
  • Epcot. Well, the first place that came to mind was the cold weather testing room at Test Track. ...
  • Animal Kingdom. ...
  • Hollywood Studios.


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But that can also mean cool mornings and evenings, which are especially shocking if you come from a place with warm nights. Compared to Disney World, Disneyland will generally feel cooler and drier with much cooler nights. Even the same daytime temperatures might feel cooler with the lower humidity.

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Personally, December at Disney is my favorite time to visit not just for the holiday fun but also for the mild Florida weather. Although I will still pack long pants, chances are I will be comfortable in shorts and tennis shoes for most days and that makes the trip even better.

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