Disney World in July
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Anonymous
| We have unexpectedly found ourselves in a situation where we will be in Orlando in July, with the opportunity to spend some time at Disney World. We have not done Disney yet and our kids will be six and eight. I’m hesitant to be in Florida in July because of the weather, but this might make the most sense for us financially for a Disney trip. can anyone offer any tips or guidance about navigating the heat at the parks? If you have been in July, is this an avoid at all costs scenario? |
Anonymous
| I would avoid it, between the heat and the crowds. I just wouldn't even bother going. Anyone who tells you it's not too bad is lying. Even if you dodge getting dehydrated, you'll get sunburned. You'll wait at least an hour for each ride. It's just not a good use of your time. |
Anonymous
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We went in July and had a blast!
My main tip is Short park days. We were there like 9-12 and then left for the hotel pool. If you are up for it, go back after 4/5 pm. If you can’t do that, eat a long late lunch to stay inside during the hottest part of the day. Yes it’s $$$$$ but if you try to do 12 hour park days in that heat you will be miserable. It’s not super crowded in July so you will still get to see/do a TON, especially if you use the Genie skip the line system. |
Anonymous
| No way. Fl is July is bananas. |
Anonymous
| We went in August and it was great! Assuming you are in DC, the weather is really no different than here, albeit you will be doing much more outside. You just need to pace yourself, plan times to be indoors frequently, carry cold water and wear hats. Not sure where you are staying but a mid-day break is essential most days. Hollywood Studios is notoriously the hottest so we only went there after dark. |
Anonymous
- heat is the same as DC - crowds are lower in July and August (and likely even lower this year with decreased foreign tourism and Epic Universe) - not hard to drink enough water. - wear sunscreen and a hat - not hard! - with Multipass you can reserve times and won’t be waiting an hour. with addition research you can identify the attractions with shorter lines where you can cool off. |
Anonymous
^^this is the way. |
Anonymous
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I've been in July (and June and August.)
Yes, it's hot, but still fun if you plan ahead and do things a certain way. -Wake up early and be at the front gates of the park before they even open. If you are staying in a Disney hotel (or certain affiliated hotels) you can enter the parks 1/2 hour before opening time, which is helpful. Stay at the park until around lunch time. -lunch at an indoor restaurant (not the counter service) or go back to your hotel for lunch. Consider this your main meal of the day. Then spend the afternoon at your hotel pool, resting in your room, or in an air conditioned part of your resort. There will probably be a thunderstorm in the mid-late afternoon. -Around 5 pm or so, have a light dinner at your resort, or early dinner at a table service restaurant. Then go back to the park until closing time. On most Mondays (Epcot) and Wednesdays (Magic Kingdom) the parks stay open an additional 2 hours exclusively for those staying in Disney Deluxe resorts (and a few affiliates). Here are more details https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/extended-evening/ A few other random tidbits: -Most Disney ride lines are actually indoors or under shade, so while it's super hot outside, you're not just standing in the blazing sun. (If you are watching a parade or other outdoor show, you will be standing in the blazing sun) -I recommend "moisture wicking" (running/athletic clothes) vs. "breathable" (cotton/linen) clothes. -If you are outside when it rains, or even shortly after, your feet will get soaking wet. If you have athletic sandals that you are comfortable walking miles in, those are probably the most practical footwear. Make sure they are comfortable enough to wear for miles of walking--you will likely walk at least 8-10 miles per day. |
Anonymous
| Hotter than the 7th level of Dante's hell. Plan to get to park early, head back to hotel for lunch/pool, then go back in the late afternoon. |
Anonymous
This is the answer. |
Anonymous
| When we went during summer break, it always had thunderstorm in the afternoon nearly everyday, both trips. It’s better in spring and fall/winter if you have choice. We packed frozen bottled water and disposable towel and rain ponchos, also neck fan, and worn hiking sandals. When it’s too hot or rides were closed temporarily due to thunder, you go inside shop or restaurant to rest, or go back to hotel room in you stay at Disney resort. |
Anonymous
| If you are from the DC area and do outside stuff with your kids you will be fine. My 12 year old and I went last year last couple days in June and beginning of July. It was hot, really hot. But since it was equally as hot in DC we decided that if we are going to be hot, might as well be at Disney. Sunscreen, hats, cooling towels, tons of water and about elevendy billion frozen lemonade cups (seriously, they are amazing). My biggest advice. Make inside reservations for lunch. It forces a full sit down in the AC and is a good regroup for the afternoon. My kid is older so we can do a full park day with no rest (plus we are crazy), but if he were your kids ages I would hop back to hotel for rest in the middle of the day. |
Anonymous
| It's hot, but if you are there anyway, go for it! You can take water bottles in ( I get this drink sticks because I don't like the way Orlando water tastes). wear sunscreen and good shoes and it will be great. there are plenty of places with shade. |
Anonymous
| You will be fine. Do pre-plan a long leisurely lunch at a sit-down restaurant. Make reservations in advance. One big lunch every day. The rides and queues are in the shade. Buy a cooling towel for each person. You wet them in cool water every time you use a bathroom break. Wring them out and give them a snap. Place that around your neck and off you go! Everyone does it each time throughout the day. Also, take water bottles or buy drinks. You’ll be fine. Plan a swimming pool day in the middle of your trip and take a day off. So, 2 days on, pool day, 2 days on again. The pools are gorgeous and fun in July. We love Disney in the summer, much better than the winter. 🥶 |
Anonymous
| Hot as h3ll. Go as soon as it opens like he there at rope drop and stay a few hours. |