January or February?

[sedelen]

We are thinking about going to WDW next year and staying at BWV. When would be the best time? Either January or February. Doesn't really matter to us. We would just like as little crowd as possible. thanks.

 

[Disney Doll]

Janaury is not crowed, but the weather can be cool. Personally, we like January, but some folks may really want the warmer swimming weather. I have been there in January where you could swim, and when you couldn't.

The first week in february probably isn't crowded either, and it may be a little warmer overall than January. I think once you get into the 2nd and 3rd weeks in February, you're going to start hitting winter school break crowds.

 

[salvatorejrm]

As you can see from my signature we have been to Disney 4 times. We always go the first week of February. We have never encountered any crowds. The weather has been up and down its been in the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's. You have to be ready for cool days as well as hot days. We are going the middle of January next year. We are hoping for better weather than we had in 2004.

 

[RumpleMom]

How late will the parks be open in January?

 

[GoofysPrincess]

I don't remember the exact times, but Epcot (9-9) and AK (9-5) hours don't vary much. MK and MGM seem to close pretty early (6ish?) most days, but seem to always stay open until at least dark a couple of days to get the fireworks in. But... the shorter hours really aren't a big deal because there are virtually no lines for most rides and fast passes are available almost all day for the others. We usually don't even bother with early entry in the off-season... As long as you can flexible on the water parks in case it turns off chilly, January is a great time to go!