Originally Posted By kennedyjane What will the crowds be like the first week in August? Also how hot does it usually get.
Originally Posted By MsLindanne I've been there during most of the summer months at one time or another, and typically the first week of August is still primetime summer. And with the combination of the 50th celebration still going on, I am sure it will be crowded. Plus, the Pirates of the Caribbean ride should be up in full swing in July, so no doubt people will want to check it out. As for the weather, summer in LA can be quite toasty. Even in August. Nights generally cool down requiring a light sweater or even jacket. But I've also been there when wearing a t-shirt/shorts during the evening was just fine. I personally like the heat. You'll notice that when people go back to the park for the evening, generally dress accordingly. You can always buy a sweatshirt at one of the many gift stores if you need to! ºoº
Originally Posted By allygator206 August heat in SoCal is killer. Last time I was there in August it was 88. Maybe those darn CA natives can handle it but good golly, it almost (ALMOST almost...) ruined my trip. Like the post above said though, the nights (Starting around 7-8) are very pleasant, warm, t-shirt and sandals do the trick. The park will be open until midnight while your there so take advantage of that. The mornings are the same way, but at noon things really start to pick up.
Originally Posted By ploeb909 August it was 88. Maybe those darn CA natives can handle" That cracks me up!! I live a little inland and to hear this, you should try going to Palm Springs in Aug. its like 115 out.LOL! I love it at 88. And its dry heat, not muggy.
Originally Posted By MsLindanne Ya wanna talk about muggy? How about WDW in Flordia? Egads!! I am a Northern California Gal and I've been to WDW 4 times, and all during primetime summer heat! It was all I could do to keep from shaving my head. Bad hair days everyday! But the nights? Lovely! So 88 in Southern California is just about right I think! ha..ha..ha... ºoº
Originally Posted By myers We're going july 30th thru aug 3rd and I'm just dreading how hot its going to be, wondering why we picked that time of the year!! I'm thinking its gonna suck!!!! I'm hoping since we're going to the parks sun-wed. maybe the crowds won't be as bad as if we were there on the weekend. am I completly off the mark on my thinking that?? well we were there during x-mas in '04 and it was crazy busy so I guess we will handle it, but it also wasn't hot then either!!! oh well it's still the happiest place on earth!!!!! lol
Originally Posted By SweetieangelM14 I've been to DLR in early August twice. The crowds are bad, but we deal with them the best we can. We use fast past and go on popular rides in the morning and at night. The heat was crazy. At one point I didn't care about anything anymore, I just wanted to go to the hotel. My advice is to bring a small fan. It helps a lot. Although it is hot and crowded, I would go again.
Originally Posted By allygator206 88 relaxing on a beach is pleasant, but being packed in a HUGE DL crowd, waiting in long lines all the while on the hot asphalt and everyone else being irritable because of the heat. ACK! Not my favorite, but at least it's not as bad as cold and rainy! )
Originally Posted By ploeb909 ally2006, I agree..I went last January and it was pouring! I was soaked all the way up to my buns!!LOL!! Its not nearly as hot as it is Inland. Wear lots of sunblock and as little clothing as possible, and keep it CLEAN.HeeHee..I have been in Aug. several times, its not that bad.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 I was there 2 years ago, mid August and it was perfect. Low crowds and perfect weather BUT that was when the castle was wrapped and many things were in refurb for the 50th, BUT the weather was just fine. Last year we were there the last week of August and it was pretty hot for us. We live in N Cal with coastal fog, but our kids who live in the Sacramento area thought the weather was normal and just fine We just went early, brought lots of bottled water, bought one of those spray mist bottles and went back to the room in the afternoon or went to Aladdin or indoor attractions. What is hot for some people is OK for others. A hot day at DLR beats a hot day most anywhere else Just prepare yourself for it being hot and maybe the crazy weather we've been having this year will surprise you
Originally Posted By friendofdd This is part of the American southwest and, therefore, tends to be hot in August. Just come prepared. Sunscreen, hats, "misting" bottle fans, water, etc. Pace yourself, preferably with a rest in the heat of the day and plan on enjoying our wonderful evenings with late closings.
Originally Posted By CindyH We went early August last year. I was born in San Francisco and consider 70 to be hot! DL was very very hot for me/our family. Here's what I suggest: Have a general plan for what you want to accomplish each day, like the 3 major attractions/shows you HAVE to do, and make plans to do those early. Anything else you manage to get to will be icing on the cake. Get there early. It's cooler and emptier than any other time of the day. Leave the parks mid-day for a hotel/motel break. Take a nap. Dip into the pool. Figure out what you want to do meal-wise; make your PSs as soon as possible. I know lots of people like to be flexible and spur-of-the-moment, but waiting in line for an hour for a sandwich and fries is no one's idea of fun. Find "cool" (literally) areas to hang out. In DCA, the lobby of Turtle Talk with Crush (the animation building?) is a nice cool place. Have fun! At least it won't rain for you like it did for us in April.
Originally Posted By berol DCA's coolest place is Seasons of the Vine, 55 degrees or something wonderfully chilly like that.
Originally Posted By myers are the dark rides cool?? like pirates and small world..... I was hoping if it was really hot we could make a point of doing those ones in the afternoons!!
Originally Posted By grumpster I remember my first time back at DL after a 15 year wait. It was August, the hottest time of the day and we decide to ride Mr. Toad's. Of all the dark rides, I recommend riding this one in the morning not the afternoon.
Originally Posted By MsLindanne Pirates and small world are "cool" rides....Haunted Mansion I think is too...Splash Mountain would be one to get cooled off also! Otherwise, light clothing, no dark colors, mister fans, lots of water to drink and be sure to remember your anti-perspirant! Your fellow Disney guests will appreciate it!!
Originally Posted By berol Anti-perspirant on DL hot days lasts about as long as lingerie on a honeymoon. hehe
