Mostly Cloudy
Highest listed rain chance in the game window is 10%.
Bring a rain layer and check delay updates before leaving.
Tickets, team gear, and weather gear should support the forecast, not distract from it.
Citi Field hosts a National League division matchup on Memorial Day — Mets vs. Reds, first pitch at 4:10 PM EDT — and the National Weather Service is flagging an 80% chance of precipitation for Queens. High near 70°F, but expect a damp, unsettled afternoon with wet seats and heavy morning storms clearing ahead of game time.
Game Weather Bottom Line
The NWS Memorial Day forecast calls for showers and thunderstorms likely between 8am and 2pm, with rain showers and fog hanging around before that. By 4:10 PM, conditions should be past the worst of it — but “improving” doesn’t mean dry. Cloud cover will be thick, residual moisture will keep 70°F feeling more like a clammy 65, and a brief rain delay at first pitch remains a real possibility depending on how quickly that morning system clears.
Winds are light — around 6 mph from the south — so this isn’t a windchill situation. It’s a wet-and-gray situation, and you need to pack accordingly.
Rain Delay And Wind Risk
The heaviest activity is concentrated in the morning window (8am–2pm), which is well before first pitch. That’s both good and bad: the lot and stadium will be soaked by the time fans arrive, and if any storm cell lingers or re-develops into the afternoon, a rain delay is possible. Light southerly winds at 6 mph won’t factor into comfort much, but the overcast sky and wet air will.
Monitor the NWS hourly forecast before heading out — the difference between a 2pm clearance and a 4pm clearance matters a lot for a 4:10 start.
What To Wear And Bring
This is a layering day with a mandatory rain layer on top:
- Stadium rain poncho — the single most important item today; pack it in your bag even if skies look okay when you leave
- New York Mets jersey or New York Mets t-shirt under a light waterproof shell
- New York Mets fitted cap — keep it under a poncho hood if rain returns
- Stadium blanket — wet concrete and damp seats make this worth carrying
- Waterproof stadium bag — keep your phone, wallet, and snacks protected
Leave the open tote at home. Everything in an unprotected bag will be wet within an hour. Sunscreen can sit this one out — cloud cover will be thick all afternoon.
Tailgating And Arrival Window
Tailgating on a Memorial Day with 80% rain coverage is doable, but you have to be smart about it. Arrive around 2–2:30 PM to set up while the morning storms are (hopefully) wrapping up and before afternoon crowds pile in. Bring a pop-up canopy or commit to the poncho-and-fold-out-chair setup.
Honestly, the 7 train is the move today. Memorial Day traffic on the Van Wyck plus wet-weather parking lot conditions is a frustrating combo. Subway riders should check MTA service alerts before departing — wet weather can cause delays on elevated sections.
The Stakes: Division Baseball On Memorial Day
The Mets come in at 22-30, riding a two-game losing skid at home. The Reds arrive at 27-25 with a winning record and a recent road win under their belt. This is a proper division game with real standings implications — late May results start shaping the second half, and the Reds aren’t a team you want to let climb further ahead.
If the Mets are going to turn the home slide around, a holiday crowd in the Citi Field stands is the moment to do it. Rain and all.
Tickets, Team Gear, And Useful Links
Still need seats? Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub — both carry inventory for today’s game.
For gear: a New York Mets jersey or New York Mets t-shirt is the right call under your rain layer, and a New York Mets fitted cap rounds out the look. The weather essentials — a stadium rain poncho and a waterproof stadium bag — aren’t optional today. Toss in a stadium blanket for the upper deck, where damp seats and open-air chill combine fast.