What to know before Shanghai Disneyland opens on Thursday, November 12. All times are local Shanghai time.
Shanghai Disneyland
| Park hours | 8:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Weather | High 24°C (75°F), low 14°C (57°F), light rain, 100% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Rex’s Racer: usually about 10 min at opening vs. 90 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 1 PM–4 PM (headliners average 44 min) |
| Closed today | Explorer Canoes: Closed (no reopening date published) |
Prepare for light rain today at Shanghai Disneyland, with a 100% chance of precipitation. The park opens at 8:30 AM, and an early start can help you get ahead of the crowds before the typical peak period.
Rope drop plan
For the biggest time savings at rope drop, head to Rex’s Racer. You could save up to 80 minutes by riding it early, as its typical wait at opening is 10 minutes compared to a typical peak wait of 90 minutes. TRON Lightcycle Power Run – Presented by Chevrolet also offers significant savings, typically 57 minutes, with an opening wait of 29 minutes against a typical peak of 86 minutes.
Plan your day
- Be sure to bring rain gear, as light rain is expected throughout the day with a 100% chance of precipitation.
- The park typically sees its busiest period between 1 PM and 4 PM. During this time, headliner attractions like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Rex’s Racer, and TRON Lightcycle Power Run – Presented by Chevrolet usually have their longest waits. Consider taking a break or enjoying other attractions during these hours.
- Please note that Explorer Canoes is closed today, with no reopening date published.
- Yesterday, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train averaged 97 minutes and peaked at 140 minutes. If you don't ride it at rope drop, consider visiting it earlier in the day before the typical peak period to potentially avoid its longest waits.
Planning another day? See the Shanghai Disney Resort crowd calendar.
Hours and the forecast are as of 5:00 AM Shanghai time on November 12. Disney can change them during the day.