Orlando Facing Flood Threat From Developing Weather System

For those who have visited Walt Disney World Resort over the summer, one thing is for sure. Rain is almost guaranteed nearly every day. The first day of June marks the beginning of hurricane season. Hurricane season lasts from the beginning of June through November. During that time, the Sunshine State sees rain nearly every day, and thunderstorms are a common occurrence. Unfortunately, flooding and ride shutdowns are also common as Cast Members work to keep the Parks operational and everyone safe.

Visiting Walt Disney World Resort always takes a fair amount of planning, but planning during the summer may take some extra effort. It’s always important to keep an eye on the weather in the days leading up to your trip.

For those heading to The Most Magical Place on Earth this weekend — the first weekend of June — they should be aware that a storm is set to hit the area. The storm is currently heading through the Gulf of Mexico.

Tuesday 2pm EDT: An area of showers and thunderstorms in the Central Gulf of Mexico is associated with a surface trough interacting with an upper-level trough.

This system has a low chance of formation (🟡10% 2-day / 🟡20% 7-day) as it meanders over the eastern Gulf of Mexico for the next several days. The system is then forecast to move across the Florida
Peninsula this weekend and emerge into the southwestern Atlantic Ocean by early next week.

Tuesday 2pm EDT: An area of showers and thunderstorms in the Central Gulf of Mexico is associated with a surface trough interacting with an upper-level trough.

This system has a low chance of formation (🟡10% 2-day / 🟡20% 7-day) as it meanders over the eastern Gulf of Mexico… pic.twitter.com/vAMzDS5EjL

— National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) May 30, 2023

Thankfully, it seems unlikely that the storm will turn into a hurricane. The National Hurricane Center says that there is only a 10% chance that it will turn into a tropical storm or hurricane over the next two days. Over the next week, there is only a 20% chance that it will develop into a tropical storm or hurricane. However, that does not mean that the Orlando area and Central Florida won’t experience some extreme weather.

If you are visiting a Disney Park this weekend, it is important to note that outdoor rides and attractions — like Expedition Everest and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — will be closed until the weather improves. Nighttime shows may also experience a delay, or be canceled, if the weather is severe enough. It is best to check your My Disney Experience app for the most updated information on closures and cancellations.