Walt Disney World in December
Weather, crowds, and prices, and whether December is your month.
Holiday decor at full power; the last two weeks are the year's most crowded days. Expect highs around 73°F, very little rain, peak crowds, and peak prices.
The bigger picture for Walt Disney World
- Best overall: Late January-February and late August-September for low crowds; November-early December for weather.
- Best value: Late August-September: lowest crowds and rates of the year.
- Watch out for: July: peak heat, daily storms, and heavy crowds; late December: the year's biggest crowds.
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What a Walt Disney World trip costs in December
A 7-night Walt Disney World trip for two in December runs about $5,200, covering flights, lodging, and food. That makes December the most expensive month of the year, prices drop to about $3,750 by September.
See the full Walt Disney World cost breakdown →Walt Disney World month by month
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71/49° | Very little rain | Moderate | Good value |
| February | 74/52° | Very little rain | Moderate | Good value |
| March | 78/57° | Occasional showers | Peak crowds | Peak prices |
| April | 83/61° | Occasional showers | Busy | Above average |
| May | 88/67° | Occasional showers | Busy | Above average |
| June | 91/72° | Regular showers | Peak crowds | Above average |
| July | 92/74° | Rainy season | Peak crowds | Peak prices |
| August | 92/74° | Rainy season | Moderate | Good value |
| September | 90/72° | Regular showers | Quiet | Lowest of the year |
| October | 85/66° | Occasional showers | Busy | Above average |
| November | 79/59° | Very little rain | Busy | Above average |
| December ← | 73/52° | Very little rain | Peak crowds | Peak prices |
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