Need Advise 4 When It Rains @ Wdw....

[niciggy]

We were at WDW in October 2007, with tropical storm Noel. It rained like nothing I have ever seen. We bought ponchos, looked at everyone else leaving, and headed back into the park. We had the place to ourselves! As soon as it stopped raining, everything was back to "normal", they were even using big squegee things on the walkways! All the balloon vendors and pin carts, snack carts, everything came back out.
You'll be fine whatever the weather.
You can't change the weather, but you can change your attitude! We even went into the pool in the rain!
It's funny, but the parts of the trip I remember best were in the rain, because it really did seem like we were the only ones there and everyone was extra friendly!

 

[MJAJmom]

The only other thing to add is for little kids....
- try on the poncho before the trip to get them used to it
- bring scissors to trim the ponchos if they are too long

My 2 boys HATED their ponchos. I bought the disney ponchos, which was too long for DS3, had to trim the bottom so he wouldn't trip on it. DS6 kept ripping off his poncho, he didn't like the rubbery feel, and didn't like putting it back on after taking it off when we ate. Luckily I had their kiddie umbrellas and they used their umbrellas instead and were SO much happier.

Next time, I will find the more fitted lightweight jacket style ponchos instead of the Vshaped generic poncho.

 

[coltfan]

A rainsuit that is breathable is really nice in cooler weather so your legs stay dry. Plus the jacket can serve as rain protection or for use indoors if the air conditioning is too cool. I throw an old hand towel in my back pack to dry seats on rides and at Fantasmic after it clears up. Definitely keep your feet dry!

 

[TinkerKim]

Take and wear the rain gear. You can walk right onto almost any ride. That is when the shops and resturants get busy. We just carried on like we were and the rain stopped really quick, too.

 

[momof2intx]

It has rained every trip of ours. I hate rain at WDW. I'm praying for a rain free Feb trip!!

Anyway, a word of advice if it hasn't been shared yet....if you can, purchase ponchos somewhere other than WDW before you come to the parks (most all Walgreens in Florida or around Orlando carry them) We bought ours the first time at WDW when we got caught in the rain without them and they were very pricey.

Getting them before hitting the parks will save you some money!

 

[fatfish]

Ok... I am going to WDW - for the first time I add 01-07-09 thru 01-11-09......but....there is a 40% chance of rain slated for Wednesday 01-07-09 (BOO!).
So......just curious for all you advid WDW ers......do you walk around the park like its nothing or do ya carry an umbrella & let it "get to you" or ?????



Staying at CBR 01-07-09 thru 01-11-09

We sloshed through Epcot during TS Eduard. Just put on your rain ponchos and enjoy the parks!

 

[jaybyrd]

One day during our last trip it started raining and i was a little bored so i went to mk by myself and walked onto all of the outdoor rides until some of them closed due to lightning. all i did was wear a poncho n i walked on most of the rides like splash mountain and thunder mountain. i would suggest going to animal kingdom when it rains because it has the most outdoor attractions and the animals like to be out in the rain.

 

[josephrgivens]

My advice for a rainy day. Ride Splash Mountain first, then you won't care about getting wet.

 

[pamjb]

Just a tip on how to dry out sneakers......Stuff em with crumbled newspaper. I did this with DH's sneaks on our last trip (I wore Crocs). If the shoes are really wet, you need to replace the paper, but they were completely dry in 24 hours. Good thing he listened to me about the second pair of shoes.

 

[Tigger1966]

When we were there in June it poured one day while we were as MK so we took cover in Poo's house. Not much room but we were dry.

 

[mecllap]

I read a tip recently about attaching some binder clips to your dollar-store ponchos ahead of time, so you can clip various places for fit and comfort -- sounded like a great idea; going to try it for our next trip.

 

[grumblegrumble]

Definitley get ponchos before you go.

Not only do you pay less, but you can get better quality ones.

We've been using these, and we've reused them year after year because they were such good quality.

 

[WDW FAN8403]

Definitley get ponchos before you go.

Not only do you pay less, but you can get better quality ones.

We've been using these, and we've reused them year after year because they were such good quality.

What do you think about rain in Feb? A lot or little?

Also what rides close when it is raining and how hard does it have to be raining before they will close anything?

 

[PocahontasLookALike]

A rainsuit that is breathable is really nice in cooler weather so your legs stay dry. Plus the jacket can serve as rain protection or for use indoors if the air conditioning is too cool. I throw an old hand towel in my back pack to dry seats on rides and at Fantasmic after it clears up. Definitely keep your feet dry!

At the risk of sounding completely nerdy, I have a rainsuit. And I've rocked it at WDW. It's a hooded zip up jacket and pull-on pants. It has worked GREAT. Although I don't think mine is breathable. That's my one complaint when I have it on, is that it gets hot since it's worn over my already layered clothes.

What's the going rate for the clear ponchos at the parks now?

 

[DisnLuvr]

Ok... I am going to WDW - for the first time I add 01-07-09 thru 01-11-09......but....there is a 40% chance of rain slated for Wednesday 01-07-09 (BOO!).
So......just curious for all you advid WDW ers......do you walk around the park like its nothing or do ya carry an umbrella & let it "get to you" or ?????



Staying at CBR 01-07-09 thru 01-11-09

Just plan to control all you can.. These natural phenomenon can not be controlled. Rain will come. DO not plan your trip during rain..

 

[mark_o_2005]

I got to the point where I was looking forward to the rain on our trip last summer. It was a welcome break from the heat and humidity. I'm not one to wear a poncho (much too cool for that!), but I'm not gonna let it stop me either. What's a little water? Just be wary of white clothing...