The Best Time For an Orlando Vacation

Posted by Sue Stafford

April 12, 2009

by Sue Stafford

One of the great things about Florida is the year-round friendly climate, so when you’re planning your family’s Orlando vacation, is there any one part of the year that’s a better time for a visit than another? Let’s examine how things change at different times of the year to answer that question.

The start of the year, January and February, is usually regarded as the off peak period so if you are looking for a time when the theme parks are a little less crowded, this is an ideal time to travel. Lines for the attractions in Disney World and the other theme parks are short and the days are warm and pleasant but not overpowering. This is a popular time for snowbirds, visitors from the northern USA states and Canada, to travel to Florida to escape the winter conditions at home. Many families also take a vacation at this time of year because accommodation costs, especially in privately rented vacation homes, tend to be at their lowest.

March and April include the Easter break, which is just about the most popular time to travel to Florida. A lot of vacation homes are reserved for Easter and the surrounding weeks up to three years in advance, so it is crucial that, if you are restricted by school vacation schedules, you plan well in advance. Theme parks will be very busy, of course and you can expect long lines at many attractions.

One of the quietest times of year follows during the months of May and June. UK tourists offset some of this when school holidays take place but in general the area is relaxed. By June the period of afternoon showers begins - however, the sun soon returns after 20 minutes of rainfall and temperatures are hot.

July and August are peak months because most people take their annual leave. Orlando temperatures soar into the high nineties and beyond. It is a busy time for vacation home rentals and theme parks alike.

Temperatures begin to fall back to more modest levels (the eighties!) as Fall approaches during September. Lines are shorter at the parks.

If you’re looking for a slightly cooler period (temperatures often below 80 degrees) and much less competition for space at the theme parks, October and November may be your ideal time. Bring along a sweatshirt or other light clothing for the cooler nights, though.

Finally, December. This brings out the wonderful displays of decorations and parades in the theme parks - and decorations in local communities. In the first half of the month, flights and vacation homes are cheap because demand is low, so you can find a bargain. By the time you get to the weeks including Christmas Day and New Years Day, demand has soared and so have prices and crowds. For many visitors, the Disney New Year firework displays make the crowds and the expense completely worthwhile.

So choose the time of year that best suits your preferences. Some times are less expensive, some are hotter and some are busier. No matter what you decide, your Orlando vacation is guaranteed to excite the whole family.

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