Will rides close at Elitch Gardens today?
Yes — expect significant weather interruptions
Conditions today are likely to close multiple attraction types, typically in rolling waves as weather moves through.
Driving factor:
⚡ Thunderstorms
By attraction type (rest of today)
| Coasters |
Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Tue 4pm–6pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
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| Water rides |
Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Tue 4pm–6pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
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| Flat & spinning rides |
Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Tue 4pm–6pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
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| Kids' rides |
Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Tue 4pm–6pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
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| Water slides |
Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Tue 4pm–6pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
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| Wave pools & lazy rivers |
Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Tue 4pm–6pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
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Rest of today, hour by hour
4pm
73°
⚡
19%
5pm
74°
⚡
19%
6pm
72°
16%
7pm
70°
16%
8pm
68°
16%
9pm
65°
16%
😊 Comfort: Excellent (91)
😤 Frustration: Severe (67)
Updated 0 seconds ago from National Weather Service forecasts scored against attraction closure thresholds. Lightning suspensions typically lift ~15 minutes after the last nearby strike. Parks make their own operating decisions.
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