RotoWire's NFL weather forecast and report tracker helps you to stay ahead of the game with daily updates to show how conditions could impact this week's matchups. From heavy rain to swirling winds, we break down what the forecast means for players, teams and inactives for NFL and how it could impact your fantasy football auction values.

Additionally, our updated fantasy football rankings, along with downloadable, easy-to-access cheat sheets and practice reports, give you a quick edge on start/sit decisions, which factor in weather impacts and late-breaking NFL news. If you are looking for an edge in your league, our data-driven fantasy football sleepers highlight under-the-radar players who could shine despite challenging conditions.

Plus, our live depth charts and NFL optimizer help you stay informed about who's in, who's out and who might get a surprise bump in snaps due to inclement weather.

How NFL Weather Reports Affect Fantasy Football

Rain of any kind, snow or high winds can disrupt passing efficiency, reduce field goal accuracy and increase the likelihood of turnovers, often favoring a strong running game and leading to lower totals.

For fantasy football managers, this means making adjustments in your custom fantasy football rankings like downgrading quarterbacks, wide receivers and kickers in poor conditions, while boosting volume-based running backs and those who have better NFL player stats on the season.

For bettors, key weather factors (like wind speed over 15 mph or heavy precipitation) can drive movement on point spreads, game totals, player props and NFL team stats for the game.

To be fully prepared throughout the season, use our fantasy football draft kit and mock draft simulator to build a weather-ready NFL starting lineup. With a subscription to RotoWire, you can also track trends with auction values and ADP fantasy football data to spot shifting player value as weather conditions change or as they show up on the NFL injury report.

Key Takeaways of NFL Weather Reports

When it comes to the NFL weather report and how it impacts fantasy football, the main takeaways are:

To be successful in fantasy football, it's important to stay on top of the weather forecast on gameday, no matter the type of league you're in.
Weather conditions can impact the game in a variety of ways. For instance, high winds can inhibit the passing and kicking game, rain and muddy fields can make things difficult for players that are dependent on speed and snow can benefit run-heavy offenses.
It's ideal to be aware of the most recent NFL weather conditions as you assemble your lineup for regular and daily fantasy football leagues. Make sure the players you choose can thrive in the field conditions available.

How Weather Affects NFL Games

Bad weather can significantly impact NFL games by altering field conditions, player performance and game strategy. Cold, wind, rain and snowy conditions often lead to lower scoring and more rushing attempts. Fans should closely monitor NFL weather forecasts, as wind speeds, precipitation and extreme temperatures can shift point spreads, over/unders and fantasy football projections.

Factoring weather for NFL games into your fantasy draft strategy should be considered, as teams in colder climates tend to run the ball more in the winter months.

Weather factors include the following:

Temperature

Extreme cold can tighten muscles and lead to more drops or fumbles, while high heat often causes fatigue that slows down late-game drives and defenses.

Wind Speed

Sustained winds above 15 mph typically reduce passing efficiency and field goal accuracy, often leading to lower point totals and an advantage for run-heavy teams.

Precipitation

Heavy rain or snow makes footing unpredictable, increasing turnover risk and favoring teams that rely on short-yardage gains and strong ground games.

RotoWire's draft assistant can help you make the most informed picks in that regard.

NFL Weather FAQs

Are NFL games cancelled due to weather?

The NFL will likely postpone or reschedule games or/and move locations rather than canceling due to weather conditions. The league has cancelled only a small number of preseason games due to inclement weather over the years.

What weather cancels football games?

Usually, extreme weather conditions, such as hurricanes or blizzards, would be the type of conditions that could cancel an NFL game. But the league avoids canceling regular-season and postseason games as much as possible.

Can football games be cancelled due to wind?

The NFL does not cancel games due to windy conditions. Only extreme weather situations like hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, etc. would cause scheduled NFL games to be canceled.

How cold does it have to be to cancel an NFL game?

The NFL will, and has, played in extremely cold conditions. This usually occurs during postseason games, which happen in the winter months, and often in Midwestern locations. The coldest NFL game on record is the famed 1967 Ice Bowl. The NFL Championship game between the Packers and Cowboys was played at Lambeau Field in Green Bay at −13°F, with a wind chill near −48°F.

What happens if it rains during a football game?

The NFL does not cancel games due to rain. Soggy conditions can affect the style of play during outdoor games, with teams opting for more run-heavy offenses and safety precautions, as players may switch to different cleats and gloves for better traction and ball-handling.

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