Rain Showers Likely
Highest listed rain chance in the game window is 73%.
Bring a rain layer and check delay updates before leaving.
Tickets, team gear, and weather gear should support the forecast, not distract from it.
Game Weather Bottom Line
The Chicago Cubs host the Toronto Blue Jays at Wrigley Field on Sunday, June 21 at 1:20 PM CDT, and fans heading to the Friendly Confines should plan around a mix of low-to-mid-70s temperatures and a real chance of afternoon rain coming off a soggy weekend weather pattern. The Windy City lives up to its name this weekend — bring a layer and don’t leave the poncho at home.
Rain Delay And Wind Risk
A storm system pushing through the Chicago area late Friday night into Saturday brings elevated moisture into Sunday. The National Weather Service forecast for the Wrigley area shows rain and wind as active conditions for the game window. Wind has been a factor all weekend — gusts reaching 20 mph were forecast both Friday and Saturday — and that pattern carries into Sunday afternoon at the lake. A north or northwest flow can make 73°F feel notably cooler inside the exposed upper decks at Wrigley, so factor in wind chill when you’re packing.
Rain timing is the wildcard. A midday or early-afternoon shower is possible, and while a brief rain delay is not a certainty, it’s not out of the question either. Keep an eye on your radar app as first pitch approaches and load up a weather alert on your phone before you leave home.
What To Wear And Bring
This is a classic Chicago baseball layering day. Start with a Chicago Cubs t-shirt or Chicago Cubs jersey as your base — it’s still June, and temps in the low 70s are comfortable while you’re moving. Add a light jacket or pullover for the upper deck and late innings when lake wind picks up. A Chicago Cubs fitted cap keeps sun and any drizzle out of your face.
For rain preparedness: tuck a stadium rain poncho into your bag before you leave. Wrigley’s open design means there’s very little shelter if a real shower rolls through, and garbage bag ponchos sold outside the gate are a tax on forgetting yours. A waterproof stadium bag keeps your phone, snacks, and wallet dry without the bulk of a backpack.
Sun protection matters too — even on a partly cloudy day in the low 70s, a few hours in the bleachers adds up. A sunscreen stick SPF 50 fits in any pocket and won’t get flagged at the gate.
Tailgating And Arrival Window
Get there early. Parking in Wrigleyville is always tight for a weekend afternoon game, and pre-storm traffic patterns from Saturday night can spill into Sunday morning street closures. Aim to arrive by noon — that gives you 80 minutes before first pitch and time to scope conditions before committing to your seat location.
For tailgating, the surrounding bar scene on Clark and Addison is your best option since Wrigley doesn’t have an official tailgate lot. Most spots on the strip open their patios early for day games. If the radar looks threatening closer to game time, grab a table inside rather than committing to an outdoor setup.
Bring a stadium blanket if you plan to stay for all nine — late innings in the shade at Wrigley with a lake breeze can surprise you even in June.
Tickets, Team Gear, And Useful Links
The Cubs sit at 39-36 entering the weekend, holding a one-game winning streak while the visiting Blue Jays (37-38) arrive having won three straight. Toronto is playing with momentum, and Chicago will want to protect home field. It’s a regular-season matchup, but with both clubs hovering around .500, every win has weight in a tight race.
If you still need seats, Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub — Sunday afternoon games in June at Wrigley move fast once the forecast firms up and fans see a workable day. Pick your section with wind in mind: the lower bowl along the first-base line gets more shelter than the exposed bleachers on a breezy day.
Rocking Cubs colors in the stands matters on a day like this. A Chicago Cubs jersey or Chicago Cubs t-shirt with a Chicago Cubs fitted cap is the move — functional and loud enough to be felt from the upper deck.