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What is the hottest month to go to Disneyland?

Fast Climate Facts
  • Hottest Month: August (87 degrees F)
  • Coldest Month: January (69 degrees F)
  • Wettest Months: January and February (3 inches of rain), March (6 rainfall days)




The hottest month to visit Disneyland in Anaheim, California, is typically August, followed closely by September. While June and July are also warm, August often sees "heat waves" where temperatures can climb well above 95°F (35°C). Unlike Florida, California has a "dry heat," but the sun in the Anaheim basin can feel very intense on the asphalt-heavy park grounds. In 2026, Disney has continued to mitigate this by installing more "misting stations" and shaded queues, but the humidity-free air means you may not realize how dehydrated you are getting. September can actually be trickier, as it is the peak of the "Santa Ana" winds, which can bring sudden, extreme heat even as the calendar moves toward fall. If you are sensitive to heat, the "Goldilocks" months of May or October offer much more pleasant temperatures while still providing the sunny California experience.

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Best Times to Visit Disneyland for Good Weather August is typically the hottest month, and guests visiting then should note that there's not much indoor seating in the parks, particularly at quick-service restaurants. To avoid queueing for your favorite ride under the hot sun, try visiting at another time of year.

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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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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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Spending the day out in temperatures in even the high 70s to low 80s (F) can lead to heat exhaustion for some visitors. But with the right precautions and care, many visitors and employees can get through a day with temperatures in the 90s and even beyond.

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Be prepared for hot weather- hot weather at Disneyland in August is unavoidable. You may even have some days that reach 90 which can be really tough to deal with inside the park. If you don't handle heat well, it's so necessary to wake up early and get to the parks at least 45 minutes before they open the gates.

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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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Animal Kingdom is often thought of as the hottest spot in Walt Disney World (although another area is vying for the title… Toy Story Land, I'm looking at you), but it's also the park with some of the newest, most innovative attractions. So, what's a family who must travel during the summer to do?

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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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What to Do When It's Hot at Disneyland
  1. #1: Free water.
  2. #2: Focus on long air conditioned rides during the day.
  3. #3: Use the Disney Vacation Club lounge in Tomorrowland.
  4. #4: Hang out in the Animation building in Disney California Adventure.
  5. #5: Take advantage of single rider lines.


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The weather for Disneyland is hot in July with an average high temperature of 84 degrees and an average low temperature of 66 degrees.

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In general the best days of the week to visit the Disney World parks are Tuesday and Wednesday. The reason being is many families find that you need an entire week for a Disney vacation and typically arrive on Saturday or Sunday. We find weekends and Monday to be the busiest days at Walt Disney World.

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