A “strong to severe” weather warning takes effect in the Walt Disney World Resort area on Monday afternoon, affecting visitors at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and Disney Springs. The upcoming storm is also expected to impact families visiting Disney’s largest competitor in Central Florida: Universal Orlando Resort. Here’s everything we know.Weather Warning at Walt Disney World ResortCredit: Lee (myfrozenlife), Flickr“Strong to severe” thunderstorms are expected to roll into the Central Florida area between 1:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16. The worst weather conditions are expected mid-afternoon, the busiest time of day at the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. Temperatures are expected to feel the coldest between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.Damaging wind gusts between 45mph and 55mph are expected, with a 15% change of gusts exceeding 60 mph. Meteorologists are warning of quarter-sized hail, with a 5% chance of hail reaching one inch or larger. Periods of heavy rain and frequent lightning are also expected.Credit: Steven Miller, FlickrThe National Weather Service (NWS) Tampa Bay shared this alert on X (formerly known as Twitter):Thunderstorms will move across the Florida peninsula today, with strong to severe thunderstorms possible. The main threats will be damaging wind gusts and hail, but an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. Be sure to have multiple ways to receive weather warnings! #FLwxThunderstorms will move across the Florida peninsula today, with strong to severe thunderstorms possible. The main threats will be damaging wind gusts and hail, but an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. Be sure to have multiple ways to receive weather warnings! #FLwx pic.twitter.com/ZxwALZRyCT— NWS Tampa Bay (@NWSTampaBay) March 16, 2026A tornado watch or warning is not in effect, but the NWS states that an “isolated tornado cannot be ruled out.” Anyone in Central Florida is encouraged to stay up to date on weather conditions via their smartphone, car radio, television, or other communication device.Credit: Erica Lauren, Inside the MagicWalt Disney World Resort may close outdoor attractions, hotel pools, and other experiences when lightning or high wind gusts are present. Guests are encouraged to visit indoor theme park attractions or shelter in hotel rooms and common areas during teh worst weather conditions.Conditions Later This WeekMonday’s weather conditions mark the start of yet another cold front after an unseasonably chilly winter in Central Florida. Wind chills in the mid-to-upper 30s are expected by early Tuesday morning, and temperatures throughout the day are expected to remain 20-25 degrees lower than on Monday.Credit: rickpilot_2000, FlickrTemperatures are expected to rise throughout the week, with a chance of 80-degree weather by the weekend.What are your tips for surviving inclement weather conditions at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park? Inside the Magic would love to hear from you in the comments!The post Severe Weather Warning Issued to Millions Visiting Disney World, Tornado Possible appeared first on Inside the Magic.