Originally Posted By purplekisses2000 I am in the process of planning the first trip ever for my family to WDW, I would like to go at the end of August and maybe get lucky with the free dining package, but my concern is how hot is hot?? We live in Utah and are use to 101+ temps in August, but I have never been where it is humid and hot. I know you need lots of water, but has anyone been to both types of climates for a comparision? Any help would be great. Thanks in advance.
Originally Posted By nemopoppins Some people actually prefer humid heat. It doesn't hurt your skin like the drier heat. If you're like me and thrive in heat, I don't think the humidity would bother you much. Of course my opinion might not be the best since I left the East Coast when I was eight and have only been in humid heat a few times since then--mostly during western thunder storms. And that's not so good because somehow they always start a forest fire.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 I much prefer 100 degrees out west than 88 in Orlando with 90% humidity, which is pretty much typical of August. It is IMHO the worst time of year for a WDW visit, although it certainly doesn't mean you can't go and have a great time. Just drink lots of H20 and go back to your hotel for some pool time. Nights (unless it rains) are a great time to be in the parks
Originally Posted By MsLindanne Were from Northern California and our first trip to WDW in the month of August was really an adjustment. Plus, we flew and once we landed at the airport, oh my gosh...the humidity was like walking in an oven. I'll never forget being taken to our Resort and the little bus was air conditioned, but once we got out, our glasses steamed up so badly that we could hardly see! It was so funny!! We've been back 3 other times and are planning another trip this June. Just remember lots of water, light clothing, in otherwords don't wear dark colors. an umbrella is always a good idea especially waiting for the parades and take a break in the late afternoon by enjoying your pool etc....then go back at night. It is beautiful during the evening hours, but boy, during the day, whew!! Have fun! ºoº
Originally Posted By bloona We went in 1988 in August for our honeymoon, coming from the UK where we get excited if it is warm enough to take your cardigan off, it was rather hot..lol...it is the humidity that gets to me , and the fact it's no cooler in the shade! (weird) but theres lots of airconditioned buildings about to cool down in.
Originally Posted By Mr X Florida in the summer is nothing short of an oven. I've actually been in "hotter" places (like Tokyo at times, and Arizona, and Texas) temperature wise...but Florida is the most oppresive heat I've ever experienced. And I LIKE hot weather...but Florida summer is NOT for the faint hearted! Especially running around the parks! Yikes.
Originally Posted By sun-n-fun I have really never been where is isn't humid in the summer. Western NYS doesn't get as hot, but humidity can be high in the summer. It can actually take your breath away. We love goin gto WDW in August and are planning it agan this year [but too earlly to hit the free dining] Lots of water and breaks are a must. Also utilze the air conditioned buildings throughout the day. You'll have a great time!
Originally Posted By Coachbagfanatic1 We have gone in August of 2004 and although it was hot and very humid we still had a great time. Drank a lot of water, went back to our hotel around 12:30 or so for lunch and a swim and then back to the parks at night. It rained every afternoon around 4:30 for about 30 minutes or so, so we just waited for that to end and off we went. Have a great time.
Originally Posted By jazzfan4 I am from Utah and you know how it feels when it hits 105 in the shade and there is no shade. For me it is even worse when it is 90/90 in Florida, but the indoor attractions are airconditioned. Only the travel between them is bad. I have never been in August but twice in June would deter me some. The only time I was ever truely dry those trips was about 1/2 hour out of the shower and still in the air conditioned hotel. That said, if you are going, get to the parks early. Do the non AC attractions early or late and siesta 1:00 to 4:00.
Originally Posted By Labuda "I've actually been in "hotter" places (like Tokyo at times, and Arizona, and Texas) temperature wise...but Florida is the most oppresive heat I've ever experienced." I'm a lifelong (almost) dweller of Texas, and neither it nor Hawai'i (other place I've lived) come anywhere CLOSE to 95º in August in Florida. True, Hawai'i doens't get that hot, but here in central Texas we can get into the triple digits - which is almost, but not quite, as bad as 95º on a humid day in Florida. The secret? A/C and keeping yourself hydrated!
Originally Posted By purplekisses2000 Thanks for the help, I was hoping the middle end of August so I didn't have to take the kids out of shcool, but maybe I'll shoot for October during our annual teacher association confernece. You guys are great, everyone has really helped in planning our other trips to DL.
Originally Posted By -em From a former Utahn, current floridian. Its an oven. Plan for UEA weekend, its much better -em
Originally Posted By purplekisses2000 Thanks Em, this was what I was looking for when I posted the question.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Hmmm, I find the humidity in Fla hard to handle inDecember, I think I'd die in August. No thank you. Fla is a place where you will always be wet, rain or sweat. Another reason why I prefer DL.
Originally Posted By Mr X lol...wow. Yes, if you find December tough, you'd best avoid Florida in the summertime!! (funny story, FGM (my wife) came to visit me in Orlando one December and she got off the plane from Tokyo wearing a HEAVY jacket, and was reaching into her bag fishing for gloves and a hat as I chuckled and pointed out the window, where the workers on the tarmac were covered in sweat and wearing shorts and t-shirts lol)
Originally Posted By Labuda hehehe Wow, I didn't even take a heavy jacket the December that I went. lol
Originally Posted By Mr X lol. I'm kinda the opposite...when heading for warmer climes from Tokyo (I've done winter travel to Hawaii, Guam, and Hong Kong) I look like an idiot traveling to the airport in the freezing cold wearing tropical t-shirts and flip-flops! Mostly cause I don't want to carry a bunch of heavy crap when I get to the tropics.
Originally Posted By LESOS Does anyone know what the weather is like at the end of April? Want to bring the right clothes!
Originally Posted By jazzfan4 Yeah fo UEA, Utah Education Assoc. They hold a convention every fall and the schools are out for Thrusday and Friday. I suggest you leave early Wedensday morning and return late sunday or even monday.
