The WORST Time To Go To Disney World

Walt Disney World is called the “Most Magical Place on Earth” for a reason. Over the last 50 years, the resort has become one of the world’s most beloved vacation destinations in the world. However, that doesn’t mean planning a trip there is always easy. 

It’s that time of year!

That begins when you’re trying to choose WHEN to go to Walt Disney World. Some times of year are way busier than others, and they’re not always the seasons you may think, nor are they the ones they used to be, for that matter. 

We reached out to our followers on Facebook to ask: “Which month of the year would you NEVER consider taking a trip to Disney World?” We had quite a few people leave their opinions in the comments!

What do you think?

If you’re interested in sharing your thoughts on this, or any other Disney or travel-related topic, follow us on the DFB Facebook Page to join in on the next conversation! Now, let’s dive into some of your responses!

August: The Ultimate No-Go (153 Mentions)

First up, coming in at the top of the list, and by a huge margin, is August. Seriously, this month got a whopping 153 mentions from you, and your reasons are clear: unbearable heat, peak hurricane season, and general discomfort that makes even the magic of Disney hard to enjoy.

Magic Kingdom Summer Crowds in August 2022

DFB reader LaKisha had a particularly wild story, saying, “August!! Never again!! Did it twice & almost met Hurricane Elsa & Hurricane Isaac. Trust me I have learned!! Elsa was the closest to almost hit the park in which scared me senseless!! She did an about face but the rain & wind was wicked!!”

And it’s not just hurricanes you’ve got to worry about. Damon shared, “I would have to think really hard about going in August again. I’ve done it a few times but the last time I nearly passed out in the heat at Animal Kingdom.”

James, who used to defend August trips, has since changed his tune with, “I used to tell people to NOT be afraid of going in August. ‘With proper planning and preparation, you can still have a great time,’ I’d say. But….after my trip in August 2023 when they were breaking record highs the whole week I was there….I’m done trying to go in the summer months, specifically August. Just wayyyyy too hot. Plus, hurricanes. I’ll just wait until November or December.”

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July: Still Sweltering (137 Mentions)

Next up and not far behind August is July, with 137 of you waving the red flag on this month. If you thought August was bad, July doesn’t offer much relief. The only upside? You’re slightly earlier in hurricane season.

Magic Kingdom July 4th, 2023

Dee Ann summed it up perfectly with “July! My last trip was July and it was unbearable.”

Heather echoed this sentiment, saying, “Did it once in July and will never ever do it again.” Short and sweet. She’s not messing around.

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June: A Hot Mess (52 Mentions)

Next up, June takes third place with 52 mentions. While it’s not quite as brutal as July and August, it still brings the heat (literally) and humidity that has left many of you swearing off summer Disney trips altogether.

Fantasyland in June

DFB reader David joked, “June. Did that last year and almost melted. ” And honestly, melting doesn’t sound like the best way to spend a magical vacation.

Mitch added, “June was miserable. The heat and humidity were unbearable.” A theme we’re seeing over and over again. So keep in mind that when Disney is hot, it’s hot.

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September: Not as Bad, but Still Pretty Rough (35 Mentions)

September didn’t get quite as many mentions, but 35 of you still felt the need to call it out as a month to avoid. Even though the crowds start to thin out post-summer, the weather can still be pretty miserable, and let’s not forget it’s still prime hurricane season.

Magic Kingdom during Hurricane Helene in September 2024.

Ron gave us a mixed review with, “September is pushing it — the weather was still miserably hot and sticky when we went in September 2020 and it’s still hurricane season. But at least it’s not also insanely crowded season (just crowded season).” So, maybe September isn’t the absolute worst, but it’s still not a fan favorite.

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May: Sneaky Hot (18 Mentions)

Now, May isn’t the first month that comes to mind when you think “Disney World at its hottest,” but 18 of you made sure to mention that this month can be sneaky with its heat.

Things start to get HOT in May

Terri had an unforgettable experience: “We’ve only done May and I can safely say I wouldn’t do May again! The heat was mental, hotter than usual apparently, but there’s no way I could handle that again.”

It seems like May is one of those months where you might expect mild weather, but you could still be hit with intense heat. Definitely some food for thought.

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December: Crowds, Cold, and Chaos (17 Mentions)

Lastly (for this list), December, which is a month many associate with holiday magic, made its way onto the list with 17 mentions. Why? Crowds, extreme costs, and unpredictable weather.

We understand that it’s difficult to avoid people when the park looks like this!

Kristie shared, “December… it was bloody freezing ”. Rachel added, “December. Been there done that like 4x. It’s busy, it’s way too crowded. Wait times are disgusting and it’s the most expensive.”

So, while the festive decorations are stunning, the stress of navigating those massive holiday crowds and unexpectedly cold weather, might make you reconsider a Christmas-time trip.

New Year’s Eve Fireworks

Those were just some of your thoughts on which month of the year you would never consider taking a trip to Disney World, and now we want to hear even more from you! Until then, keep it right here for all the latest Disney news! Also, follow us on Facebook to join in on the next discussion.

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