Looking for the 49ers vs. Rams weather forecast? Below you’ll find hourly temperature, precipitation, wind and conditions for Thursday night’s game at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia, plus what the forecast means for betting and DFS.
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49ers vs. Rams Weather Forecast
Weather Impact: Low
The 49ers vs. Rams weather forecast at the Melbourne Cricket Ground projects dry, cool conditions with temperatures in the low 50s at kickoff and calm winds under 4 mph. No precipitation is expected during the game window, and weather should not be a factor in the Week 1 international matchup.
Hourly Weather Forecast
| Time (ET) | Temperature | Wind | Precip. | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 PM | 52°F | NNW 1 mph | 0% | Overcast |
| 9 PM | 55°F | S 1 mph | 0% | Overcast |
| 10 PM | 56°F | S 3 mph | 0% | Mainly Clear |
| 11 PM | 57°F | SSW 4 mph | 0% | Mainly Clear |
Weather Timeline
- 6:30 PM ET (8:30 AM Friday local) — 48°F under overcast skies with light northerly winds at 2 mph. Cool early-spring morning conditions in Melbourne for pregame warmups.
- 8:35 PM ET (10:35 AM local, Kickoff) — 52°F and overcast with essentially calm winds at 1 mph. Precipitation probability is 0% and the still air creates no concerns for the passing game or kicking.
- 9:00-10:00 PM ET (11:00 AM-12:00 PM local) — Temperatures climb from 55°F to 56°F as the Melbourne midday sun begins breaking through the overcast. Winds shift to a light southerly breeze at 1-3 mph.
- 11:00 PM ET (1:00 PM local) — 57°F under mainly clear skies with SSW winds at 4 mph. The warmest and clearest stretch of the game carries through the final whistle.
DFS and Betting Weather Impact
Calm winds and zero precipitation create no weather-related adjustments for this game. The cooler temperatures in the low 50s are a change from what both California-based teams are accustomed to but fall well within the range that has no measurable effect on NFL gameplay. Passing props, kicker projections and game totals should all be unaffected by conditions in Melbourne.
49ers vs. Rams Weather FAQs
Does the Melbourne Cricket Ground have a roof?
The Melbourne Cricket Ground is a fully open-air stadium with no roof or retractable covering. All weather elements, including wind, rain and temperature, directly affect the playing surface. The MCG seats over 100,000 spectators and is being used for just the second NFL regular-season game played in Australia.
What weather conditions could impact 49ers vs. Rams?
Rain and wind are the primary weather variables at any outdoor venue. The current forecast of dry conditions and winds under 4 mph does not present those concerns for this matchup. The only notable element is the cooler temperature, with kickoff in the low 50s, but that falls comfortably within the range both teams have experienced during late-season NFC West matchups.
