About the NFL Weather Report
PFSN's NFL Weather Report shows the live forecast for every game on the slate and grades how much each matchup's weather could impact fantasy production. Filter by weather-impacted or dome games and see a kickoff-to-final progression for wind, temperature, and precipitation.
Weather is one of the most overlooked edges in weekly fantasy. A 25-mph wind game can quietly tank your quarterback and wideouts while boosting the run — checking conditions before you set your lineup helps you avoid those landmines and find favorable spots.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does weather affect fantasy football?
Wind, rain, snow, and extreme cold can suppress passing volume, deep shots, and kicking accuracy, which lowers fantasy output — especially for quarterbacks, wide receivers, and kickers. Heavy rain or wind often shifts a game toward the run, helping running backs.
Which weather conditions matter most?
Wind is the biggest factor — sustained wind of 20+ mph meaningfully hurts the passing and kicking games. Heavy rain and snow add ball-security and footing concerns, and extreme cold can dampen scoring. Light wind or rain usually has minimal fantasy impact.
Where does the weather data come from?
Forecasts are pulled live from WeatherAPI.com for each stadium and aligned to kickoff time, then graded for fantasy impact (none, minimal, moderate, or high). Indoor/dome games are flagged as perfect conditions.
Are dome and indoor games included?
Yes. Games in domes and retractable-roof stadiums are marked as dome games with no weather impact, so you can quickly filter them out when scanning the slate.
Is the weather report free?
Yes — PFSN’s NFL weather report is completely free and updates automatically throughout the week.