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How often does it rain at Disneyland?

A day at Disneyland is usually fun in the sun thanks to Southern California's reputation for year-round sunshine ? unless you happen to show up at the theme park on one of the 23 days when it rains each year on average in Anaheim.



Rain at Disneyland in California is relatively infrequent compared to other major theme park destinations. Anaheim receives an average of only 14 inches of rain per year, which is well below the U.S. national average. Most of this precipitation occurs during the winter months of January and February, where you might see about five rainy days per month. In contrast, Walt Disney World in Florida is significantly wetter, receiving over 50 inches of rain annually, with near-daily afternoon thunderstorms during the summer hurricane season (June–September). At the original Disneyland, a rainy day is often considered a "blessing in disguise" by locals because it tends to clear out the crowds, though some outdoor attractions like Alice in Wonderland or Mad Tea Party may close for safety. Because Southern California is primarily a desert climate, most rain showers are brief and followed by clear skies.

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The wet months at Walt Disney World are June, July, August, and September. During that time, you can expect that it will rain almost every day.

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Disneyland Resort tickets are nonrefundable, so finding a new time to visit is the best option for you!

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The truth is, when it is rainy outside, the parks will be a lot less busy. So if you can handle it, you will often find that you can get a lot done during a storm. But, if you prefer to stay totally out of the rain, there are other things you can do on property that are still a lot of fun.

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You won't see princesses around the Disneyland entrance or Goofy ambling down the street in the rain. While the pre-planned character meet-and-greets will still be happening, don't plan on seeing characters just walking around. It does take away a little of the magic (probably mostly for ME!)

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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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Yes, ponchos are available for purchase if it happens to be raining at Disneyland to keep us dry in case of a little black rain cloud. The child-size ponchos cost $10, while the adult-size ponchos cost $12. So we can stay dry and comfortable no matter what the weather brings.

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However, when planning a trip to the Disneyland Resort, expect lower crowds from mid-September through mid-November (before the Thanksgiving break). Mid-January through mid-March is another time when potentially lower crowds are expected.

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The rain keeps the crowds away, so the lines are shorter! Only a few attractions are closed when it's actually raining, so you can get a lot done and even walk on some rides! Just go prepared for the rain and enjoy the shorter lines and less people!

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Off-peak times fall around January, February, September, and early November. Discounts on vacation packages booked directly through Disney (which combine park tickets and hotel stays) can be found year-round, though they're most common at these less-crowded times.

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While two days is a great amount of time to see most things the parks have to offer, it will not allow you to fully experience to parks. Disney if full of live entertainment, characters, attractions, and delicious food. We recommend a 4-5 day trip to enjoy everything the parks have to offer.

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Slinky Dog Dash is in Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Since it's an outdoor attraction, it shuts down in heavy rain and if there's severe weather or lightning in the area. Much of the queue is exposed to the elements, and even the portion of the queue that's covered isn't enclosed. And it can get HOT.

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Average high: 70-degrees / average lows 47 to 49 degrees. Definitely bring a jacket for the evenings. Most rain: December, January and February – averaging 4 to 5 rainy days per month. Moderate temperatures: March, April May and November – Average high: 73 to 77 degrees / Average lows: 51 to 58 degrees.

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You Can Bring Umbrellas to Disney Parks We all know it rains frequently at Walt Disney World, and yes it can rain at Disneyland too! We absolutely recommend bringing an umbrella into Disney Parks if the weather is looking dreary.

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A notable “exception” is Tower of Terror, which can (ironically) operate through severe weather. With no lightning, its incredibly rare for heavy rain to shut down a ride for very long, if for no other reason than exceptionally heavy rain usually just can't fall that long.

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