Will rides close at Kings Island 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
Air Quality Alert
Air Quality Alert issued July 13 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH

By attraction type (rest of today)

Tall coasters (200ft+) Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Mon 8pm–10pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
Coasters Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Mon 8pm–10pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
Water rides Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Mon 8pm–10pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
Flat & spinning rides Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Mon 8pm–10pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions
Kids' rides Likely closed
Thunderstorms in the forecast Mon 8pm–10pm (≈2 hrs) — outdoor attractions close during lightning; expect rolling interruptions

Rest of today, hour by hour

8pm
83°
16%
9pm
80°
10%
😊 Comfort: Good (69) 😤 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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