Crowd Level
peak
Avg High
73°F
Avg Low
54°F
Rain Days
5 days
Pros
Reasons to visit in December
- ✓Full holiday decorations and events
- ✓Beautiful weather
- ✓Special entertainment and fireworks
- ✓Candlelight Processional at EPCOT
Cons
Things to watch out for
- ✕Christmas week through Jan 1 is the busiest time of year
- ✕Highest prices of the year
- ✕Parks may reach capacity
- ✕Very early December can be less crowded
SPECIAL EVENTS
Events in December
★Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
★EPCOT Candlelight Processional
★New Year's Eve celebrations
Must-Do Rides
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Rides at Animal Kingdom
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