AccuWeather and Disney Experiences Launch Disney Weather Check in New Global Agreement

May 28, 2026 in "The Walt Disney Company"

Posted: Thursday May 28, 2026 11:39am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

AccuWeather and Disney Experiences today announced a new multi-platform, global co-development licensing agreement that brings Disney Weather Check to guests at Disney parks and resorts.

The new weather feature is built into the existing AccuWeather app — not a separate download — and delivers precise, location-aware forecasts and real-time alerts during your visit.

Disney Weather Check is available at:

  • Walt Disney World Resort
  • Disneyland Resort
  • Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa
  • Disney's Vero Beach Resort
  • Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort

Once you're within a Disney resort boundary with location access and notifications enabled, the AccuWeather app switches into Disney Weather Check mode. Features include:

  • MinuteCast precipitation updates — Hyperlocal forecasts showing rain type, intensity, and precise start and end times over the next four hours, pinpointed to your exact GPS location.
  • Custom hourly forecast — Hour-by-hour forecasts specific to your Disney resort location, updated in real time.
  • Real-time radar and lightning — Live radar and lightning tracking to help you make informed decisions about where to be and when.
  • RealFeel Temperature — A temperature index based on 14 factors — including sunshine intensity, wind, humidity, and air density — so you know what conditions actually feel like, not just what the thermometer says.
  • Geo-fenced safety alerts — When you enter a Disney property, the app syncs with the same weather warnings and advisories Disney's own cast members receive, including alerts that trigger safety protocols.

Greg Hale, Chief Safety Officer and V.P. of Disney Worldwide Safety Assurance, said the system gives both guests and Disney leadership "customized, accurate, consistent, and actionable weather insights across many Disney properties."

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ChrisFLMay 28, 2026

JD80May 28, 2026

Yes.

Big_ShakalakaMay 28, 2026

MinuteCast precipitation updates — Hyperlocal forecasts showing rain type, intensity, and precise start and end times over the next four hours, pinpointed to your exact GPS location. Custom hourly forecast — Hour-by-hour forecasts specific to your Disney resort location, updated in real time. Real-time radar and lightning — Live radar and lightning tracking to help you make informed decisions about where to be and when. RealFeel Temperature — A temperature index based on 14 factors — including sunshine intensity, wind, humidity, and air density — so you know what conditions actually feel like, not just what the thermometer says. Geo-fenced safety alerts — When you enter a Disney property, the app syncs with the same weather warnings and advisories Disney's own cast members receive, including alerts that trigger safety protocols. I think the "Geo-fenced safety alerts" is the only thing that isnt already part of the app if you open it when on property. So, it looks to me like the regular AccuWeather app with Disney branding and the addition of the "Geo-fenced safety alerts".

VJMay 28, 2026

i also found this website for the nerds among us https://disneysynclink.com/weathermonitoring/

BrianMay 28, 2026

This app stuff is alright, but it'll never beat the "Blackuweather Forecast" from Ollie Williams.

RhinocerousMay 28, 2026

It's just the normal Accuweather app. Does it only show the Disney branding when on property?

monothingieMay 28, 2026

DCBakerMay 28, 2026

Perhaps related to this? AccuWeather Global Weather Center, STATE COLLEGE, PA — May 28, 2026 — AccuWeather® – the most trusted source of weather forecasts and alerts with proven Superior Accuracy™ – today announced a new multi-platform, global co-development licensing agreement with Disney Experiences. Together, this creates a first-of-its-kind weather forecasting and alerting system for Disney Experiences. Disney Weather Check, powered by AccuWeather, delivers impactful, actionable weather intelligence through a customized mobile app and global enterprise platform. Guests visiting Disney parks and resorts can now access customized weather information by downloading the Disney Weather Check powered by AccuWeather mobile app via scanning the QR code or by visiting our website. By doing so, guests are empowered to make the best-informed decisions to plan for and maximize their day, with access to real-time weather forecasts and location-specific alerts from AccuWeather. The long-term agreement provides a seamless and customized in-park weather integration using the award-winning AccuWeather App and Disney Weather Check at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa, Disney's Vero Beach Resort, and Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort. "AccuWeather is collaborating with Disney to help guests enjoy the most magical experience, supported by the most detailed weather forecasts and alerts," said Steven R. Smith, Chief Executive Officer of AccuWeather. "Together with Disney Experiences, AccuWeather is delivering the most precise, localized forecasts – proven more accurate than those from any other source – that help guests plan their day efficiently, while providing peace of mind that AccuWeather is continuously monitoring weather conditions throughout their visit, with the best and latest information to optimize their experience." AccuWeather's mobile app exclusive to Disney Experiences includes: Geo-Fenced Experiences within Disney properties, which activates Disney Weather Check features within the AccuWeather App. Guests receive enhanced, location-specific weather intelligence, aligned with Disney employee alerts, warnings, and advisories used to initiate uniform safety protocols. Custom Hourly Forecast providing specific hourly forecast for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa, Disney's Vero Beach Resort, and Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort including real-time weather to support informed decision making and enhanced guest safety. AccuWeather MinuteCast® provides a hyperlocal forecast of precipitation type and intensity, as well as precise start and end times for rain or snow weather over the upcoming four hours, pinpointed to a person's exact GPS location. AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperature is the only index that considers more than temperatures plus one additional variable. It is based on 14 factors, which is more precise than other sources, including the impact of sunshine intensity, wind speed, humidity, and air density. UV Index with the greatest accuracy and detail available from any source; highly localized UV indices and forecasts provide enhanced protection from UV exposure by allowing users to track their UV exposure hour-by-hour, down to the tenths of a unit. "This collaboration enables our guests and operational leadership to benefit from customized, accurate, consistent, and actionable weather insights across many Disney properties," said Greg Hale, Chief Safety Officer and V.P., Disney Worldwide Safety Assurance."By integrating AccuWeather's information and expertise with Disney Weather Check, we are continuing our commitment to providing the best guest experience possible." Download the Disney Weather Check powered by AccuWeather mobile app by scanning the QR code or by visiting our website.

monothingieMay 05, 2025

Well now I know that the weather information on the resort TV is 101% accurate.

JoeCamelMay 05, 2025

Or now that Universal ditched Twister these are the equivalent of height balloons for a weather based ride....

Nubs70May 04, 2025

Could just be being used to monitor atmospheric conditions in accordance with OSHA recommendations for Heat Stress and Injury Prevention.

TrippedUpMay 04, 2025

There is an identical station on Lighthouse Point, the DCL destination, as of last week. I thought it was odd because it looked so temporary.

wbostic12May 04, 2025

Day guests just get randomly scattered umbrellas.

twilight mitsukMay 03, 2025

value tier comes with heat dome, moderate tier standard summer heat, deluxe tier true fall temperatures

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