Cowboys vs. Eagles Weather Report: Wet & Stormy Conditions Expected at Lincoln Financial Field

A hot and sunny day in Philadelphia could give way to rain and thunderstorms at Lincoln Financial Field during Cowboys vs. Eagles tonight.

Esten McLaren

Last Updated: September 4, 2025 3:33 PM EDT • 3 minute read

Cowboys vs. Eagles Tonight: Weather Forecast & Betting Implications — Pictured: A general view of fans lined up outside of Lincoln Financial Field. Photo by Eric Hartline-Imagn Images.

Get ready for Cowboys vs. Eagles tonight with the help of our weather report for Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.

A hot and sunny day in Philly is expected to turn to rain around the 8:20 p.m. ET game time with a chance of thunderstorms during the early quarters of the 2025 NFL season opener. The reigning Super Bowl champion hosts are as much as 8.5-point betting favorites, and the weather forecast could favor the hosts and star running back Saquon Barkley.

Cowboys vs. Eagles game forecast, betting impact & tonight’s weather

Game overview

Matchup: Cowboys vs. Eagles - Season opener, Week 1
Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA
Kickoff: 8:20 p.m. ET

Updated weather forecast for tonight

AccuWeather hourly forecast at Lincoln Financial Field shows:

7 p.m.: 78 °F, intermittent rain unlikely (10% chance)
8 p.m.: 75 °F, rain chance rises to 43%, cloud cover ~94%
9 p.m.: 72 °F, rain chance jumps to 47%
10 p.m. onward: Persistent rain and possible thunderstorms, rain chances 51%–54%

Local CBS News forecasts a line of scattered storms rolling through between 6–7 p.m., with damaging wind gusts, lightning, and heavy downpours likely during game start and early play.

Key takeaways

Expect wet, stormy conditions during kickoff and early quarters
Thunderstorms with lighting and wind risk are a serious consideration
Players may face slippery turf and intermittent game delays

Betting & fantasy impact

Betting impact via Liam Fox's NFL weather report:

Wet conditions lean toward heavier rushing attacks, reducing passing volume and efficiency
Betting trends suggest staying cautious with passing-heavy bets, while backing teams with strong running games - like the Eagles - may offer value

See Gary Pearson's NFL live betting guide for more information on how to make in-game wagers during Cowboys vs. Eagles tonight!

Implications

Spread adjustments: Reduced passing production may tighten the spread edge
Fantasy hits: Prefer RBs and short-yardage backs, avoid volatile passing props
Prop caution: Lower variance throws like check-downs may outperform heavily in windy, wet conditions

Cowboys vs. Eagles expert picks

Cowboys vs. Eagles FAQs

Will the weather delay the Cowboys vs. Eagles game?

Possibly - storms with lightning may delay early quarters.

How will the weather impact betting?

Passing-heavy plays are risky; greater emphasis on rushing and low-variance props.

Is rain guaranteed during kickoff?

Rain likelihood increases post 8 p.m. ET, with a 43–47% chance during game time.

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Written by:
Esten McLaren

Esten is the Content Manager for SportsbookReview.com. He has been in the sports betting industry since the legalization of mobile sports betting in New Jersey, and with SportsbookReview prior to the launch of sports betting in Ontario. Esten's previous stops include the USA TODAY network, including GolfWeek. He previously worked in the fantasy sports industry, with FNTSY Sports Network, theScore, and USA TODAY, where he started to build his NFL experience in the iGaming industry. Esten graduated from the College of Sports Media with a diploma in Radio and Television Sports Broadcasting after acquiring a degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Guelph. He has appeared on FNTSY Sports Network, VSiN, and VSiN's Long Shots podcast, where he correctly called Will Zalatoris as the winner of the 2022 FedEx St. Jude Championship. Esten is a big proponent of the entertainment side of sports betting and loves to dip his toes into the novelty and alt-markets while chasing long shots with reduced wagers on golf outrights and futures markets. He's also been known to sprinkle some lunch money on touchdown-scorer parlays with two notable hits funding his bankroll. Esten looks at sports betting much like golf and advises beginner bettors to compete against themselves rather than being concerned with what others may or may not be doing based on social media claims.