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Citi Field hosts a National League division showdown between the New York Mets and the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, June 24, with first pitch at 1:10 PM EDT — and the weather is squarely on your side: the National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies, a high near 85°F, and a light 9 mph northwest breeze for a near-perfect afternoon at the ballpark in Queens.
Game Weather Bottom Line
Wednesday clears out beautifully after Tuesday night’s lingering showers. By game time, the NWS shows sunny skies, a high near 85°F, and northwest winds around 9 mph — with zero percent chance of precipitation through the full afternoon window. That light northwest breeze will take the edge off the summer heat and keep Citi Field’s open concourse areas comfortable rather than sweltering. This is textbook summer baseball weather.
On the field, the Mets enter at 34-43 at home and have lost their last two at Citi Field. The Cubs come in at 40-37 away from Wrigley. Any NL division game in late June counts — every half-game matters as rosters grind toward the trade deadline — and the Mets need a win here to stop the bleeding on a quiet home slide.
Rain Delay And Wind Risk
Rain risk for Wednesday: essentially zero. Any overnight showers from Tuesday are long gone before morning, and the NWS forecast holds 0% precipitation through the entire afternoon game window. No delays, no weather holds — plan on all nine innings. The 9 mph northwest wind is light enough to be a non-factor for play, though it will be a welcome relief as afternoon temperatures climb toward 85°F.
What To Wear And Bring
Shorts and a breathable shirt are the right call. First pitch is at 1:10 PM with full sun, which means you’re in direct sunlight for the bulk of the game — a sunscreen stick SPF 50 is not optional, and reapplying around the third inning is smart. A New York Mets fitted cap does double duty: show the colors and keep the midday sun out of your eyes.
Leave the rain jacket and umbrella at home — you don’t need either today. A baseball glove is always a fun addition for afternoon day games, especially for families with younger fans in tow. Comfortable sneakers are fine; this forecast does not require any special footwear planning.
Tailgating And Arrival Window
Eighty-five degrees and full sunshine is a real tailgate day. Load a rolling cooler with wheels before you leave and pack it with plenty of ice — the heat will have warm drinks by the second inning without it. A portable propane grill lets you do the pre-game right for a 1:10 first pitch. For keeping drinks cold from the parking lot through the late innings, a Yeti tundra cooler or a soft cooler 24 can are both strong picks.
Subway riders: the 7 train to Mets-Willets Point is the play. Target the 12:15–12:30 window to clear the gates before the rush. Midweek day games keep the crowds more manageable than a weekend series, so early arrival mostly means shorter concession lines and better tailgate real estate — worth it.
Tickets, Team Gear, And Useful Links
Still hunting for a seat? Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub for Wednesday’s 1:10 start. Clear skies and a division rival showing up in Queens makes this one worth the trip.
For gear, a New York Mets jersey is the summer afternoon standard, or keep it light with a New York Mets t-shirt — either pairs naturally with a New York Mets fitted cap to block the 1:10 sun. If you’re in the bleachers or anywhere in the outfield bowl, that sunscreen stick SPF 50 is non-negotiable.