Find out everything you need to know about what to expect when planning a vacation to Disney World in March!
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March at Walt Disney World is a lot of fun, if you know what to expect. In this post, I will go over things you should be aware of when planning your vacation.
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Consider this Your Guide to Disney World in March. You might also want to check out these DisneyWorld Planning Tips!
Disney World Crowds in March
March can be a great time to visit Disney World, with most days typically being pretty manageable as far as crowds go.
With Disney World crowds currently capped at 35% capacity, things in the parks look and feel different than they have previously.
Because of social distancing, many ride queues look really long, but it fact move pretty quickly.
I recently tested out the wait times listed in the My Disney Experience app with and compared them with actual wait times.
In most cases, the actual amount of time you wait in line is much less than what you expect. You can check out the results of my “experiment” at Hollywood Studios here.
The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival usually begins in March and is one of my favorite reasons to visit!
Spring Break crowds increase attendance from mid March through the end of the month.
Special Events at Disney World in March
- Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival (March 3 – July 5)
Weather at Disney World in March
The weather at Walt Disney World in March is very mild. The temperatures are warm and there are mostly sunny days with a few scattered clouds.
The high temperatures are in the 70s and low 80s. The average lows are in the upper 50s and low 60s.
The forecast for the month of March in Orlando calls for sunny and partly cloudy days with a few days of light rain mixed in.
As anyone knows, the weather can be unpredictable. For up to date weather information, click here.
What to Pack for Disney World in March
Knowing what to pack for a Disney vacation in March is important. You don’t want to be unprepared and end up having to use your vacation budget on things that could easily have been brought from home with a little planning.
Before you pack, make sure you check out my post on How Amazon Can Save You Money at Disney and The Top 10 Disney Park Bag Essentials!
Here are a few things you might want to consider packing if you’ll be traveling to Walt Disney World in March.
Pack an Umbrella, Poncho, and Stroller Cover
The weather in Orlando can be very unpredictable. Rain storms can appear and disappear quickly.
Be prepared with a small travel umbrella or a poncho. A poncho can also come in handy to wear on rides like Splash Mountain or Kali River Rapids to keep your clothes dry.
If you are taking a stroller with you to Disney World, I recommend purchasing a stroller rain cover or bring along plastic shower curtain liner to cover your stroller while on rides and clothes pins to secure it. I did this on our last vacation and it was a life saver!
Pack Sun Protection
The Florida sun can be brutal, even in the early spring months. Make sure that you are ready for the UV rays by packing some sunblock and a hat.
Also. make sure your kids are protected too. Nothing ruins a magical vacation like a sunburn!
Pack for Warm Daytime Weather and Cool Weather at Night
The mornings and evenings at Walt Disney World can be pretty chilly, but the days will be warm. This makes packing clothing for Walt Disney World in March a little tricky.
I would pack jeans or leggings to stay warm and comfortable during the cooler temperatures.
Wear a cute short-sleeved top and bring a lightweight jacket or sweater that can be kept in a backpack or worn around your waist during the day.
Face Masks
Face masks are currently required at all Disney World theme parks and resorts. I have found two types of masks that I were very comfortable when visiting Disney.
Cloth Masks
As far as cloth masks, the masks sold by Disney on www.shopDisney.com and at the parks are by far my favorite.
When you purchase these, make sure they are the “new fabric”. This is important. The new fabric is much more comfortable than the old.
These masks are sold at the parks for around $9.99 or can be purchased online here, at a price of 4 masks for $19.99!
Disposable Masks
The other masks that worked for me at Disney World are these disposable masks I found on Amazon.
These masks were great in the heat. I liked to keep a few in my park backpack in case something happened to my other mask and I needed to switch it out.
Pack Adorable Disney Apparel
Before any Disney vacation, I like to check out Jane.com for adorable and affordable Disney vacation t-shirts. I have found so many cute shirts for only $13.99!
To find Disney vacation themed shirts, head to Jane.com and search “character” or “vacation” in the search bar.
Jane’s deals change daily, so make sure to check back often or follow me on Instagram to keep up on all of the amazing Disney-themed merchandise!
Disney World Hours in March
Here are the hours for the theme parks at Disney World listed for March. Check Disney World’s website for more information.
Magic Kingdom Park
- Open from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Park Hopper Hours 2:00 – 6:00 pm
Epcot
- Open from 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Park Hopper Hours 2:00 – 7:00 pm
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Open from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Park Hopper Hours 2:00 – 7:00 pm
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- Open from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Park Hopper Hours 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Disney World Ride Closures in March
March is generally one of the slower months at Walt Disney World and because of this, Disney will usually close down more rides for refurbishment than busier times of the year.
At Magic Kingdom, The Hall of Presidents is currently closed. This is most likely due to the election of a new president that needs to be added to the attraction.
Also at Magic Kingdom, The People Mover is closed and has been since the park reopened in July 2020. No opening date has been announced yet.
Right now, there is not an official list of closed rides from Disney. For current information check Disney World’s website.
How to Save Money on Disney World Tickets & Hotels
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Get a free customized quote here or give them a call at 855-GET-AWAY for current deals at Walt Disney World and tell them the Mommy Mouse Clubhouse sent you!
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I appreciate this information as I was looking for some info for my upcoming late March trip. I did want to let you know you should update some of the text from “February” to “March” such as the “Disney World Park Hours in February” headline.
Thanks again.
Thank you! I will get that updated 🙂
Thank you so much for this information! We are so excited for our upcoming trip, this post was an excellent resource!
I’m glad the information was helpful! Have a fun trip!
I notice in the post it refers to February and not March. Is March and February similar?
They are pretty similar, but that there were a couple of typos in the post. They are fixed now. Thank you for letting me know!