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Will Weather Help or Hurt the Seahawks vs. Patriots at Super Bowl 60?

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This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.

Will Weather Help or Hurt the Seahawks vs. Patriots at Super Bowl 60?
Seahawks vs Patriots at Super Bowl 60 (Image Credits: Imagn)

As Super Bowl 60 approaches, more than just X’s and O’s are on fans’ minds; the weather forecast at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, could influence the biggest game of the NFL season. Unlike recent Super Bowls played indoors or under roofs, this year’s contest between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will be held outdoors, making weather conditions an important part of pregame analysis.

Super Bowl 60 Weather Forecast: Mild and Mostly Dry

Current forecasts for Super Bowl Sunday call for pleasant and stable weather in the Santa Clara area, with warm and dry conditions dominating the forecast:

  • Temperature: Around the mid-60s°F (around 18–20°C) at kickoff, dipping into the upper 50s°F by the end of the game.
  • Rain Chance: Very low forecasts indicate rain probabilities as low as 1–5%, with generally dry skies expected throughout play.
  • Wind: Mild breezes in the 5–10 mph range, unlikely to significantly impact long passes or kicking performance.
  • Humidity and Fog: Some patchy fog or low cloud cover may occur early, but it’s not expected to affect game action.

How Weather Could Affect Key Game Elements

Passing and Receiving

Dry skies and mild wind conditions favour accurate passing and ball control. Quarterbacks from both teams, whether Seattle’s Sam Darnold or New England’s Drake Maye, should have little trouble gripping and throwing the football consistently. Wide receivers like Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Patriots pass-catchers can run routes without concern for slippery turf or heavy wind.

Kicking Game

With winds expected to remain light, field goals and kickoffs should be largely immune to weather influence. Special teams units can operate without compensating for variable gusts or crosswinds.

Rushing Attack

Firm ground conditions help running backs find traction. For players such as Kenneth Walker III, this means stable footing and consistent performance from the backfield.

Weather Edge: Seahawks, Patriots, or Neutral Ground?

Because the forecast calls for mild and mostly dry weather, neither team appears to gain a significant weather-related advantage.

  • Seattle Seahawks — The team already played in mild conditions this postseason and thrives in environments where passing and rushing attacks can operate freely.
  • New England Patriots — Coming from cold-weather games, the mild conditions could be a slight adjustment, but likely provide relief compared to the sub-40°F environments they faced late in the playoffs.

Conclusion: Weather Should Help, Not Hurt

The weather forecast for Super Bowl 60 suggests a mild, dry, and low-wind game environment, ideal for both passing and ground strategies. With nearly perfect conditions at Levi’s Stadium, neither the Seahawks nor the Patriots should face weather-related challenges that impact gameplay

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