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67°F at kickoff · rising to 70°F · 0% precipitation risk · 10 mph wind
NFL game day
Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons
Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 1:00 PM EDT · Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Game-window forecast80°F at kickoff · rising to 88°F · 3% precipitation risk · 4 mph wind
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At a glance
The essentials
DateSunday, September 20
Kickoff1:00 PM EDT
StadiumMercedes-Benz Stadium
LocationAtlanta, GA
Plan the day
A practical game-day timeline
Use this as a planning framework around the scheduled kickoff. Venue gate times, security procedures and tailgating rules can differ, so verify those details before you travel.
Pregame / tailgate planning10:00 AMA useful starting point for pregame plans; verify venue-specific tailgating rules.
Suggested arrival window11:30 AMA planning target, not an official gate-opening time. Allow more time for parking and security.
Kickoff1:00 PMScheduled local kickoff time.
Expected finish window4:15 PMApproximate only; NFL game length varies.
Conditions
Updated 30 days agoWeather through the game
Hot conditions could make heat and hydration the main game-day concern. Temperatures are expected to rise noticeably during the game; rain risk is low.
Tailgate / pregame10:00 AM74°FFeels 81°F · 0% rain · 4 mph wind
Arrival window11:30 AM74°FFeels 81°F · 1% rain · 4 mph wind
Kickoff1:00 PM80°FFeels 89°F · 3% rain · 4 mph wind
Late game4:00 PM87°FFeels 95°F · 3% rain · 3 mph wind
Forecast is tied to the scheduled game window and will be refreshed as kickoff approaches.
Dress for the full game
What to wear
Hot conditions could make heat and hydration the main game-day concern. Temperatures are expected to rise noticeably during the game; rain risk is low.
Light breathable clothingSun protectionWater for pregame
These are weather-driven planning suggestions, not venue rules. Check the latest stadium policy and forecast before leaving.
Venue & trip
Get oriented before you go
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
1 AMB Drive NW, Atlanta, GA, 30313
Travel to the game
Planning the trip from Charlotte to Atlanta
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