Extreme heat is taking its toll on Disney’s theme parks.Multiple Disney parks across the globe are under heat warnings this week. At Walt Disney World Resort, heat advisories have been issued on several days this week, with the heat index expected to reach as high as 111 degrees Fahrenheit.Credit: DisneyYesterday (June 19) also saw Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and other Disney World parks fall under a Marginal Risk for Severe Storms. The National Weather Service warned of wind gusts, hail, heavy rainfall, and a minor tornado risk.Disney Resort Struggles With Extreme HeatFurther afield, Disneyland Paris is also struggling with the heat.Parts of France – home to both Disneyland Park and Disney Adventure World – were hit by a severe high temperature warning today as temperatures exceeded 90 degrees Fahrenheit. While not quite as high as Disney World, the average high for June in Paris is 75 degrees Fahrenheit.Credit: DisneyTemperatures are set to soar even higher, hitting a predicted 104 degrees Fahrenheit on Wednesday.In light of the soaring temperatures, Disney has implemented several operational changes.Today, all costumed characters – with the exception of Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Olaf were scrapped from Disney Stars on Parade. Disney also scrapped some planned outdoor meet-and-greets with costumed characters and replaced them with face characters. An adapted version of Disney Stars on Parade today due to the heat advisory, with only face characters and dancers except Mickey, Minnie and Olaf. An adapted version of Disney Stars on Parade today due to the heat advisory, with only face characters and dancers except Mickey, Minnie and Olaf. pic.twitter.com/4vF6a5d8jT— DLP Report (@DLPReport) June 20, 2026 Most notably, the park has experienced several ride closures.Attractions such as Indiana Jones et le Temple du Péril, Le Pays des Contes de Fées, Autopia, Disneyland Railroad, and Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain – which are either totally or partially outdoors (the latter’s launch takes place outdoors) – have faced unexpected closures today due to the heat.Good luck with the heatwave at Disneyland Paris Already 5 attractions at a standstill Strength to all the Cast Members with this stifling heat! Take care of yourselves.Bon courage avec la canicule à Disneyland Paris Déjà 5 attractions à l’arrêt Force à tous les Cast Members avec cette chaleur étouffante ! Prenez soin de vous. pic.twitter.com/6vgLvzo6El— Sami_Parks (@Sami_Parks) June 20, 2026Extreme heat can cause some attractions to temporarily close because high temperatures can affect ride systems, sensors, safety checks, and other operational equipment. Outdoor rides are especially vulnerable when exposed to prolonged heat, which can impact how certain components perform.Have you been impacted by extreme heat at a Disney park this week?The post Warning: Disney Begins To Close Rides at Large After Buckling Under Heat Warning appeared first on Inside the Magic.