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NFL game day

Cincinnati Bengals at Houston Texans

Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 12:00 PM CDT · NRG Stadium

Game-window forecast93°F at kickoff · rising to 97°F · 0% precipitation risk · 3 mph wind
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At a glance

The essentials

DateSunday, September 20
Kickoff12:00 PM CDT
StadiumNRG Stadium
LocationHouston, TX
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 planning9:00 AMA useful starting point for pregame plans; verify venue-specific tailgating rules.
Suggested arrival window10:30 AMA planning target, not an official gate-opening time. Allow more time for parking and security.
Kickoff12:00 PMScheduled local kickoff time.
Expected finish window3:15 PMApproximate only; NFL game length varies.
Conditions

Weather through the game

Updated 30 days ago

Hot conditions could make heat and hydration the main game-day concern. Rain risk is low.

Tailgate / pregame9:00 AM81°FFeels 91°F · 0% rain · 2 mph wind
Arrival window10:30 AM86°FFeels 95°F · 0% rain · 3 mph wind
Kickoff12:00 PM93°FFeels 103°F · 0% rain · 3 mph wind
Late game3:00 PM98°FFeels 104°F · 1% rain · 6 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. 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

NRG Stadium

One NRG Park, Houston, TX, 77054

Stadium guideDirections
Travel to the game

Planning the trip from Cincinnati to Houston

Suggested outboundSep 19
Suggested returnSep 21
Approx. market distance890 mi
FlightsCVG → IAHSearch flights for the game dates Check flights → HotelsSep 19 – Sep 21Search Expedia stays around Houston Find hotels →
Things to doTurn the game into a weekend trip→
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