What Disney rides close when it rains?

The following will close during rain:
  • Expedition Everest.
  • Kali River Rapids.
  • Kilimanjaro Safaris.
  • TriceraTop Spin.
  • Wildlife Express Train.




Most "dry" outdoor attractions at Disney World and Disneyland will close if there is lightning or heavy rain, primarily for guest and cast member safety. At Walt Disney World, high-profile rides like Test Track, Big Thunder Mountain, Expedition Everest, and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train will suspend operations if lightning is detected within a certain radius (typically 6–10 miles). Water rides like Kali River Rapids may continue in light rain but close if there is a threat of lightning. Indoor rides—such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Space Mountain, and Haunted Mansion—almost always remain open during storms, making them popular retreats during Florida’s afternoon downpours. In 2026, Disney's weather monitoring systems are highly precise; as soon as the storm clears and the tracks are inspected for debris or excess water, these outdoor attractions typically "re-open" quickly, often resulting in shorter wait times for those who stayed in the park.

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Inclement weather may also affect entertainment—including shows and parades—in both parks. All outdoor attractions will close when lightning is observed in the area.

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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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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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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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Some parks are better to visit on rainy days than others. At EPCOT, the only attraction that would close due to weather is Test Track. Most of the other rides — along with plenty of restaurants and shops — are located in Future World and are relatively close together so you wouldn't have to walk far in the rain.

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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. Most of the time you will get an intense drenching for an hour in the late afternoon which then passes quickly.

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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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While some rides and shows may close due to rain or wind, they are opened as soon as the weather clears. Refunds and rainchecks are not offered.

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Lucky for us, ponchos are available for purchase at Disneyland if it starts to pour. Child-size ponchos go for $10 and adult-size ones for $12. But remember, Mirsa: prices and availability of these items are subject to change at any time.

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They remain open if there is rain without lightning. Very rarely, they will close for air temperature reasons, like if the outdoor temperature won't be getting out of the 40s during the day. And of course if there are hurricane warnings, guests will be kept away from the pools.

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Some parks are better to visit on rainy days than others. At EPCOT, the only attraction that would close due to weather is Test Track. Most of the other rides — along with plenty of restaurants and shops — are located in Future World and are relatively close together so you wouldn't have to walk far in the rain.

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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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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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Rain means smaller crowds On rainy days most guests decide to forgo visiting the theme parks entirely. This means that the attractions have much shorter wait. In fact, sometimes you practically feel you have the park to yourself.

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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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