Rain Likely to Fall on Last Day of 2026 NFL Draft The 2026 NFL Draft, set to take place in Pittsburgh, is forecasted to begin under clear skies and conclude with rain, according to the National Weather Service. Meteorologist Chris Leonardi of the Pittsburgh office in Moon provided details about the weather patterns expected during the three-day event. The first day of the draft, scheduled for Thursday, is anticipated to be largely sunny with temperatures in the lower 70s. Leonardi described the conditions as “pretty good,” emphasizing the favorable weather for the opening day of the event. The following day, Friday, is expected to see temperatures rise to 80 degrees, with a possibility of scattered showers and a low risk of thunderstorms. However, the weather outlook shifts overnight on Friday and into Saturday, the final day of the draft. Leonardi warned that rain is likely, with a 60% to 80% chance of precipitation on Saturday. “It’s more likely than not we’ll get some,” he told TribLive, noting that fans should prepare for at least some rainfall during the late Friday night and early Saturday morning hours. The National Weather Service does not anticipate severe storms, significant flooding, major winds, or hail. Leonardi explained that the primary concern will be cloud-to-ground lightning, which will be closely monitored during the rain event. He added that the precipitation is expected to start around 2 a.m. on Saturday and continue through midday, with some periods of heavier rain. The forecast highlights the variability of conditions during the three-day event, from the initial sunny start to the potential for rain on the concluding day. While the rain on the final day of the draft may affect attendees, the weather service’s predictions indicate that the event will proceed without major disruptions.#national_weather_service #pittsburgh #nfl_draft #moon #chris_leonardi
