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New York Jets at Arizona Cardinals

Sunday, December 20, 2026 · 2:05 PM MST · State Farm Stadium

Historical game-time baseline70°F at kickoff · falling to 64°F · 0% wet-day sample · 4 mph wind
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At a glance

The essentials

DateSunday, December 20
Kickoff2:05 PM MST
StadiumState Farm Stadium
LocationGlendale, AZ
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 planning11:05 AMA useful starting point for pregame plans; verify venue-specific tailgating rules.
Suggested arrival window12:35 PMA planning target, not an official gate-opening time. Allow more time for parking and security.
Kickoff2:05 PMScheduled local kickoff time.
Expected finish window5:20 PMApproximate only; NFL game length varies.
Conditions

What game-time weather is likely to feel like

Updated 15 days ago

Mild conditions should be comfortable for most fans. Temperatures are expected to fall noticeably during the game; rain risk is low.

Kickoff70°FFeels 65°F
Late game64°FApprox. four-hour game window
Wet-day frequency0%Same-date historical sample
Wind4 mphGusts up to 11 mph

This is climatology, not a forecast. GameDay Compass switches to live forecast data automatically when the event enters the forecast window.

Dress for the full game

What to wear

Mild conditions should be comfortable for most fans. Temperatures are expected to fall noticeably during the game; rain risk is low.

Light breathable clothingOptional light layer for later

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

State Farm Stadium

1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale, AZ, 85305

Stadium guideDirections
Travel to the game

Planning the trip from New York / Newark to Glendale

Suggested outboundDec 19
Suggested returnDec 21
Approx. market distance2,139 mi
FlightsEWR → PHXSearch flights for the game dates Check flights → HotelsDec 19 – Dec 21Search Expedia stays around Glendale Find hotels →
Things to doTurn the game into a weekend trip→
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