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Walt Disney World in August
Little changes in Walt Disney World from July: highs stay near 88°F (31°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), and about 7.7 in (195 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 47/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 88°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 7.7 in (195 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 47/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 88°F (31°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Even at night it stays warm, around 75°F (24°C).
Humidity averages 83%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.7 in (195 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from July (47 → 47/100).
- Our Orlando New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 88°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Walt Disney World in August
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
'Ohana
A family-style Polynesian dinner of skewered meats and noodles at the Polynesian Village Resort, near the lagoon.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.7 in of rain.
Victoria & Albert's
A long-running tasting-menu restaurant in the Grand Floridian, the most formal dinner at Walt Disney World.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Trader Sam's Grog Grotto
A small tiki bar in the Polynesian Village Resort, full of props and drinks that set off sound and light effects.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter August days.
Magic Kingdom New Year's Eve fireworks
An extended Fantasy in the Sky fireworks show over Cinderella Castle, timed to finish at midnight on Dec 31.
Nearby in August
- Winter Park in August~19 mi · highs 88°F, 7.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in August~63 mi · highs 87°F, 9.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Downtown St. Petersburg in August~78 mi · highs 87°F, 9.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- St. Augustine in August~103 mi · highs 86°F, 7.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Walt Disney World in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Walt Disney World?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 47/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 88°F (31°C) and 7.7 in (195 mm) of rain.
How hot is Walt Disney World in August?
Average highs are 88°F (31°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Walt Disney World in August?
Yes: about 7.7 in (195 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.3 in (1252 mm).
What should I pack for Walt Disney World in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 88°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
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Planning Walt Disney World in August?
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