OPENING DAY FORECAST: Near 80° with a nighttime storm threat
By Allison Rogers
Published on March 24, 2026.
The National Weather Service has issued a weather forecast for the opening day of the year, with temperatures expected to reach near 80° with a nighttime storm threat. The forecast includes temperatures reaching the UPPER 50S, 60, and a potential for a strong nighttime thunderstorm on Thursday. However, there are still potential storms after the baseball game that could impact the game. The weather is expected to remain mild throughout the day, but temperatures are expected to gradually rise. The next system will begin to take aim at the beginning of the week, potentially leading to THUNDERSTORMS on Thursday night. Despite this, the weather is predicted to be mild enough for the day leading up to the Opening Day.
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