Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Walt Disney World in January
This is the coldest month in Walt Disney World: highs average 69°F (21°C) and lows 47°F (8°C), with about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
At 92/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 92/100 · Great
What January feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 69°F (21°C), good for long walks.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (60 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around January
January is one of Walt Disney World's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from December (92 → 92/100).
- 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 — January is part of it.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 47°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Walt Disney World in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Polynesian Village beach
A white-sand beach on the Seven Seas Lagoon facing the castle, where the Magic Kingdom fireworks can be seen without a park ticket.
Why now January scores 92/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
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.
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.
EPCOT World Showcase Lagoon
EPCOT's New Year's Eve show over World Showcase Lagoon, timed to midnight, with the countries' pavilions lit around the water.
Nearby in January
- Winter Park in January~19 mi · highs 70°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in January~63 mi · highs 68°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown St. Petersburg in January~78 mi · highs 68°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- St. Augustine in January~103 mi · highs 64°F, 3.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Walt Disney World?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 92/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
How hot is Walt Disney World in January?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 47°F (8°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Walt Disney World in January?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.3 in (1252 mm).
What should I pack for Walt Disney World in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 47°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Walt Disney World
Routes in season in January
- Orlando New Year's Eve Dec 30 – Jan 1
Planning Walt Disney World in January?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.