Best Ways to Stay Cool in July?

[Minnie]

We go in July every year as that's what works for our vacation times. So it is definitely do able

The main thing you need to remember is to drink water, water, water, water!
I really can't stress this enough. Last year we did a rookie mistake and on the first couple days failed to push the water. And my DS ended up cramping in the middle MK. He had a very tough night but a lot of water later and a sleep in morning and he felt much better.

The best tip I ever heard about this is - when you feel thirsty you've waited to long to drink the water! So start first thing in the morning and keep a bottle with you all day

 

[iluvdizknee]

I tell my NON DISNEY loving friends what my family and I go through in Disney, all we have to do to stay cool in July. They think we are nuts. I hear "why do you go it is so hot" "OMG, how can you have a good time with all that heat" HEY its DISNEY. we do what we have to. It is the best place to be on earth and whatever it takes, we will do it.
THOSE NON DISNEY LOVERS.;....THEY DONT KNOW WHAT THEY ARE MISSING!!

 

[IcePrincess467]

DH & I are also going in July and I am planning on these things to help me though the heat :

1. Hat
2. Reapply sunscreen often
3. Stay hydrated
4. Afternoon breaks with a swim and a rest

 

[dizzi]

We went in august several years ago, it took us a couple days to get in the groove of doing this but byt day 3..........

this is what we were doing

We had a stroller, and in the back part we set a small cooler FILLED WITH ICE and 4 bottles of frozen water. And 8 handkerchiefs VERY THIN! (DH happened to pack because he usually carries one each day)

We drank the water as it melted and we had ice to put our hand into and we the handkerchiefs were cold at first adn thena s they beasme wet we would place them andy where on us that helped.

By the end of the days we were usally literally unfolding them and putting them on top of our heads.

 

[jthom10003]

I think I'll try freezing the water this time. Do the neck coolers REALLY work? I hear different opinions, some say it does, some say it doesn't - what company have you had luck with?

Yes they do. I bought some last year at walmart that you soak in cold water - stuck it in our ice chest as we were going to arkansas to the diamond mind for vacation. I am one to get an extremely aweful headach from the heat. This thing worked wonders. I am so glad I read this post as I forgot to add them to my packing list. Updating list now......

 

[Think Pink Tink]

We leave Thursday for 8 days so I did a 7 day forcast for Orlando and see Thunderstorms for the first 4 days we are there (I will check again as it gets closer and get the WHOLE forecast for our trip)...is this weather typical? I mean, I can handle a shower on and off but RAIN all day would be the worst.

I assume the storms must come and go, or at least I HOPE so Any insight into the weather during that time of year would be great. I've already packed our rain ponchos

 

[Lamandpercy]

I drink water and little and often, this allows your body to absorb it rather than just peeing it all away if you gulp it down. As OP says light floaty clothes in pale colours are a good idea. Crocs keep my feet cool, no socks to bother about.

I get into the AC whenever I can - a long ride in the cool or a show does the trick.

 

[dani blaski]

I grew up outside of New Orleans, so the *Best* remedy --if you can--if take a break during the day and have a cool shower or dip in the pool. Also drinks lots of fluids--more water than anything! And loose cool clothing.

 

[airbornearmywife]

When we went, we brought a camel-back with us. Filled it with ice in the morning & took turns carrying it all day. Not only could it hold our things, it kept us cool(er) and provided drinking water.

HTH someone

 

[AmericangirlinFrance]

Thanks for the tips! I'm going in mid-July for the first time, and I like hot weather (and live in a hot-weather state), but I KNOW it's going to knock my socks off!

I went last year during the first week in June, and it was hot, but not comparable to mid-July. I wore a lot of loose cotton tank sundresses = the BEST!

 

[ntsammy5]

but I KNOW it's going to knock my socks off!

That'll help you stay cool!

 

[candypotter1]

I am going in July and planned on taking frozen gatorade and water. We also have bought fans. Should I get the misting ones instead of the plan ones. Walmart is selling the plain fans for 1.00. Please let me know what you think. Thank you!

 

[eaj1228]

We buy the minute maid frozen lemonade in the park. It is the best refreshing treat.

 

[4forMe]

We leave Thursday for 8 days so I did a 7 day forcast for Orlando and see Thunderstorms for the first 4 days we are there (I will check again as it gets closer and get the WHOLE forecast for our trip)...is this weather typical? I mean, I can handle a shower on and off but RAIN all day would be the worst.

I assume the storms must come and go, or at least I HOPE so Any insight into the weather during that time of year would be great. I've already packed our rain ponchos

My experience in July has been that there tends to be a thunderstorm or rain daily, usually in the afternoon. It may last up to an hour, then it clears up. Prime time for the rain seems to be 3 or 4 p.m. We always have our rain gear (ponchos) with us to be on the safe side.

Thanks to everyone for posting their tips. We leave in 3 weeks and I'm getting my list together.

 

[wigdoutdismom]

My experience in July has been that there tends to be a thunderstorm or rain daily, usually in the afternoon. It may last up to an hour, then it clears up. Prime time for the rain seems to be 3 or 4 p.m. We always have our rain gear (ponchos) with us to be on the safe side.

Thanks to everyone for posting their tips. We leave in 3 weeks and I'm getting my list together.

We were just there last month and it rained a bit in the late afternoon/early evening almost each day of our trip. We leave again in 11 days for an adult only trip! We will be prepared for rain and heat. I don't have much of a problem with heat but DH does and he complained a bunch! As much as it will kill me to leave the parks at noon, I'll try and then come back in the evening and take advantage of EMH to make up for lost time. We have never made it to a rope drop because we are not early risers but might try to make use of some early EMH as well to avoid the heat.

 

[Carrol]

We always bring a couple of wet face cloths in baggies. Place them between a couple bottles of frozen water. When it becomes really hot placing one on the back of your neck really cools down the body.

 

[swilphil]

I was surprised what a difference wearing a baseball cap makes. We also alternate between outdoor rides and indoor rides and try to stay in the shade as much as possible when we are outside.

 

[dizzi]

I would think a ball cap would keep the heat in, but what about a sun visor???

 

[wigdoutdismom]

I would think a ball cap would keep the heat in, but what about a sun visor???

You have a point with a ball cap keeping in the heat but DH needs to cover the top of his head because of a lack of hair in a certain spot..... Nike makes a really light weight nylon ball cap that he wears and it's not too hot.

 

[swilphil]

If you have a lightweight cotton hat, it's not really that hot. Nylon would be even better. I noticed when I didn't wear a hat at all, I was sooooo much hotter.