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The Mets host the Cubs Tuesday night at Citi Field with first pitch at 7:10 PM EDT — and the National Weather Service is calling for a storm-heavy day that should be winding down by game time. Expect temperatures near 77°F with northwest winds at 6 to 12 mph, mostly cloudy skies, and enough residual storm uncertainty that you’ll want to pack for rain.
Game Weather Bottom Line
Tuesday starts wet and unsettled. The National Weather Service puts thunderstorms likely through 5 PM, with a 70% precipitation chance covering the daytime hours. The shift to northwest winds typically helps push storms out of the metro, and the NWS forecast language — “showers and thunderstorms likely before 5 PM” — gives first-pitch timing some breathing room. Still, game-time temperatures around 74°F, lingering clouds, and 6 to 12 mph winds mean this is not a night to leave your rain gear at home.
Rain Delay And Wind Risk
The overnight window Sunday into Monday brings 1 to 2 inches of rain across the metro, and Tuesday carries another 73% daytime precipitation chance before the atmosphere starts to flush out. The critical hours are 5 PM to 7 PM — if the northwest flow arrives on schedule, the worst of it should be done before first pitch. But this is Flushing in June: a slow-moving storm band could push the window later. Rain delay risk at first pitch is real. Check the National Weather Service radar before you head to the subway.
What To Wear And Bring
Dress for movement and moisture. A light hoodie or jacket layered over your New York Mets t-shirt is the right call — warm enough at first pitch, comfortable when the northwest wind picks up in the later innings. Temperatures fall to around 74°F by evening and will keep sliding from there.
The must-have item tonight is a stadium rain poncho. Skip umbrellas — they’re a nightmare in tight rows and upper-deck wind. Stash a waterproof stadium bag to protect your phone and wallet from any residual showers. The New York Mets fitted cap earns its keep on a night like this, keeping rain off your face without blocking the view for the fan behind you. If you’re in the upper levels, a stadium blanket for the late innings isn’t overkill — that northwest wind will find you.
Tailgating And Arrival Window
Target a 5:30 to 6:30 PM arrival. That lands after the heaviest afternoon storms should push through, while still giving you time to get settled before the gates fill up. The 7 train is your best option — wet roads and Flushing parking are a rough combination on a Tuesday night, and the subway drops you right at the ballpark entrance.
If you’re tailgating, keep the setup fast and flexible. A small pop-up shelter handles any lingering drizzle. Have your waterproof stadium bag packed and your poncho accessible — don’t bury it at the bottom. The lot can drain slowly after a heavy overnight, so sturdy shoes beat sandals tonight.
Tickets, Team Gear, And Useful Links
The Cubs bring a 40-37 record into Flushing, while the Mets sit at 34-43 — this is a division game with playoff-race weight on Chicago’s side and real urgency for New York to start clawing back ground. The Mets are riding a two-game home losing streak; the Cubs have dropped their last road game. Both teams need a win. That’s the kind of pressure that makes a Tuesday-night division series in June feel like October.
If you still need seats, Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub. Heading to your first game of the summer? A New York Mets jersey over a light layer is the perfect game-night fit. And whatever you wear tonight, make sure a stadium rain poncho and a waterproof stadium bag are in the mix before you leave the house.