As a Canadian born in the wrong climate, I can't get enough of the Florida heat. In May the temperatures tend to hover around 30C (86F), although cold bouts of 23C (73F) do occasionally happen. As the month heats up, temperatures rise to 35C (95F) - making for the perfect trip to Typhoon Lagoon. To first time Disney guests who don't enjoy the heat, don't worry! Disney keeps their shops, rides and restaurants so air conditioned that you feel a refreshing blast as you walk past the entrances. (TIP: To keep your party comfortable in line on the hotter days, invest in a portable fan that sprays mist.)
Not only are the temperatures wonderfully moderate in Orlando in May, but there is less risk of being rained out of a park than in the summer months. The storms in Orlando can come up quickly, but disappear with equal speed. I recommend visiting the water parks in the morning and leaving in the early afternoon for the theme parks - when it is most likely to rain. Many of the rides in Disney World are built indoors, so pick up a poncho and carry on! (TIP: When a storm begins, all of the Disney stores sell ponchos. These are great for protecting clothes on a late night trip down Splash Mountain on a not so warm night and for braving the rain while everybody else takes shelter!) The warm air makes for a very comfortable walk in the rain, and the lines will be much shorter. My favorite theme park to visit on a rainy day is the Animal Kingdom, because you can often ride the Kilamanjaro Safari and Expedition Everest without a fastpass and little wait. The greenery is also spectacular in the rain, particularly around the rivers.
Another bonus of Disney World in May is that it is regular season, meaning that you'll often find great discount codes to use when booking - significantly reducing the cost of your trip. In previous years I have saved up to 30% on Moderate resorts during May!
The May crowds are thinner than in the Summer, although towards the end of the month, more families do begin to show up. As the month progresses, Disney opens up more Extra Magic Hours evenings and the closing times of Extra Magic Hours are often later. You'll find even find the Magic Kingdom open until 3AM at least once in May, leaving the park calm and leaving you to ride your favorite rides with little wait!
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