Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World
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Animal Kingdom in September

Crowd levels, weather, events, and what to ride first.

low

Crowds

90°F

Avg high

74°F

Avg low

14

Rain days

What to expect at Animal Kingdom in September

Hot but cooling. Still rainy. Hurricane season continues.

Pros

  • +Lowest crowds of fall
  • +EPCOT Food & Wine Festival launches
  • +Halloween party continues
  • +Value season pricing returns
  • +Resort prices at their lowest

Cons

  • Still hot and humid
  • Peak hurricane season
  • Reduced park hours
  • Some attractions may close early

Events in September

  • EPCOT Food & Wine Festival begins
  • Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party continues

Rides at Animal Kingdom

With low crowds, you can likely hit most major rides without Lightning Lane.

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