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Thunder Rapids Wait Times
Moderate; All Attractions · 36" minimum height · Lake Compounce
Live wait, plus a model forecast by day and hour for Thunder Rapids at Lake Compounce, built on 971 measured readings.
Park hours today: 6pm–10pm
Best time to ride Thunder Rapids
On a typical Friday, Thunder Rapids runs about 32 min at rope drop, peaks near 32 min around 12 PM, and eases to 32 min by close. Across the week, Wednesday is the worst day (about 32 min at its midday peak) and Saturday the calmest (about 5 min). Use the day and time controls above to check any day of the week.
Typical Thunder Rapids wait by day
| Day | Rope Drop | Midday Peak | Late Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday · busiest | 32 min | 32 min 12 PM | 32 min |
| Thursday | 30 min | 30 min 12 PM | 30 min |
| Friday | 32 min | 32 min 12 PM | 32 min |
| Saturday | 5 min | 5 min 12 PM | 5 min |
Thunder Rapids average wait by month
| Month | Avg Wait | Readings |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 8.9 min | 4,152 |
| July 2026 | 13.7 min | 4,749 |
| August 2026 | 16.8 min | 5,629 |
| September 2026 | 25.2 min | 1,334 |
Thunder Rapids wait time FAQ
▾When is Thunder Rapids shortest?
Thunder Rapids is shortest at rope drop (about 32 min) and in the final hour of the night (about 32 min). Midday is the worst window, peaking near 32 min around 12 PM.
▾Which day is Thunder Rapids busiest?
Wednesday runs the longest lines, peaking around 32 min midday, while Saturday is the calmest at about 5 min. Use the day and time slider above to check any day.
▾What is the wait for Thunder Rapids right now?
Thunder Rapids isn't reporting a live wait right now. The park may be closed. This page updates automatically when lines go live.
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