Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Walt Disney World in October
Walt Disney World cools off: highs slip to 82°F (28°C), from 85°F in September, with lows of 65°F (18°C) and about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain.
It scores 82/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (67 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 18 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs settle around 82°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 65°F (18°C).
Humidity averages 80%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.6 in (67 mm).
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 2.6 in (67 mm) after 6.2 in (158 mm) in September.
- Comfort improves from 57/100 in September to 82/100.
- 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 — October falls outside it.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Walt Disney World in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
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 October scores 82/100 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.
Victoria & Albert's
A long-running tasting-menu restaurant in the Grand Floridian, the most formal dinner at Walt Disney World.
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 October
- Winter Park in October~19 mi · highs 82°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in October~63 mi · highs 81°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown St. Petersburg in October~78 mi · highs 81°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- St. Augustine in October~103 mi · highs 79°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (3°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Walt Disney World?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 82/100 against a best of 92 in November – April. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain.
How hot is Walt Disney World in October?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Walt Disney World in October?
Some: about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.3 in (1252 mm).
What should I pack for Walt Disney World in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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