What is the best month to visit Disney World?

In the winter, any date outside of the busy weeks of Christmas and New Year's can be fairly quiet. A trip at this time of year also has the added bonus of cooler temperatures — or, to superfans, Spirit Jersey weather. Disney World's least busy month, though, is almost always September.



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Just like there are more expensive times, there are also times of the year when it is cheaper to go to Disney World. As a rule, January, February, August, and September are the cheapest seasons, as long as you avoid any holidays in those months.

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January- March, October and November are usually safe for Florida weather. If you see a good deal in the summer and think you will be fine do not book it. There are ridiculous deals every year in August because it's 95 degrees and there is a 100% chance of an afternoon thunderstorm.

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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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Most Common Trip Length – 4 or 5 Days: This trip length works well for most people because you can visit all four Disney World theme parks, even possibly enjoy a second day at a favorite park, and it fits within most people's work vacation limits.

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A trip at this time of year also has the added bonus of cooler temperatures — or, to superfans, Spirit Jersey weather. Disney World's least busy month, though, is almost always September.

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Full day park if you want to do everything & savor it. With good crowds, and doing almost everything, Animal Kingdom is like a 85% of your day park. Magic Kingdom is like a day and a half park.

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January. January is the coolest month of the year in Florida, with average lows of around 49 F (around 10 C) in Orlando. However, temperatures in the middle of the day can hit 74 F in the Florida Keys (around 23 C), making it possible to spend plenty of time exploring the great outdoors.

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On average, April is the driest month of the year. The best time of year to go to Disney World is when the temperatures are between 75°F and 85°F, making it a great day to go to the water parks or lounge by the pool. The months of October and November are also pleasant.

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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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Highest Crowd Level When Visiting Walt Disney World The week before Christmas through the first two weekends of January, with the weeks including Christmas Day and New Year's Eve bringing in the historically highest crowd level each year. Thanksgiving (U.S.A.) week brings in crowds comparable to Christmas week.

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August is the hottest month of the year so you'll want to be prepared! The average high temperature for Disney World weather in August is 90°F and the average low is 75°F.

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As a general matter, Animal Kingdom is the park that requires the least strategy and is the easiest place to beat the crowds in all of Walt Disney World. It doesn't require Genie+ or Individual Lightning Lanes, and is pretty easy to knock out everything–and then some–if you stay for a full day.

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During the seasons when people are less likely to come to the parks, ticket prices drop.
  • The cheapest times for Disney World theme park tickets are in January, February, and September. ...
  • The most expensive time for tickets is during the holidays, especially the Christmas and Thanksgiving holidays.


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The best discounts are almost always offered 3 - 6 months in advance. Because Disney World is such a popular location, planning early also helps you get your first choice in hotel accommodations and restaurant reservations.

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Guests are allowed to bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverage items into the park for self-consumption, provided they are not in glass containers and do not require heating, reheating, processing, refrigeration or temperature control and do not have pungent odors.

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What is the least busy time of year at Walt Disney World?”
  • The middle of January to the middle of February.
  • The last few days in February and the first week of March.
  • The last week of April.
  • Weekdays in the first half of May.
  • The second half of August.
  • September is pretty great to visit (except avoid Labor Day).


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Across the board, average daily wait times are lower Monday through Friday than they are Saturday or Sunday. However, that comes with a pretty huge asterisk or caveat. Weekend wait times are only “worse” at Animal Kingdom due to the middle of the day.

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The spring season in Florida begins in March and runs through May. This is considered one of the best seasons to visit with pleasant (some might say perfect!) weather and fewer crowds than summer months. Weather: Temperatures range from high in the mid-70s in PCB to mid-80s in Tampa.

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Floridians will tell you that the best months to visit are November to May, when temperatures are comfortable, humidity is low and the chance of thunderstorms is much less than the summer months.

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If you're into rides more than general theme park merriment and atmosphere, we suggest skipping Epcot, as it doesn't offer as many thrills. However, families, foodies and world's fair enthusiasts will likely enjoy their time at this concept park.

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Movie Magic or Amazing Animals Animal Kingdom has animal-inspired shows, food, rides, and attractions. If your little ones will be thrilled seeing a live Gorilla or a giraffe on Kilimanjaro Safaris, this Park is a must-see. Hollywood Studios is all about tapping into the glamour and glitz of the movie industry.

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