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NatCast: Shower Chance for Final Home Game

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Nationals vs. Mets
Wednesday Sept. 30, 4:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
64-67F60-63FPartly cloudy30-40%
Not expecting any prolonged rainfall, but there is the chance of a passing shower or sprinkle. That does it for this season's NatCast. We'll see ya back here next spring.
 

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Updated: Wednesday Sept. 30 @ 3:20 p.m.

By Dan Stillman | September 30, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Cool - Bring Your Baseball Jersey

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Nationals vs. Mets
Tuesday, September 29, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
63-6657-60Partly cloudy, some breezes10%
Partly cloudy with cooler weather by evening and some breezes. Light jackets may be needed.
 

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By Matt Rogers | September 29, 2009; 10:10 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Breezy Baseball

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Nationals vs. Mets
Monday Sept. 28, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
67-69F60-62FPartly cloudy, breezy15%
Cool air will be spilling into the area behind a cold front. So expect breezy conditions (from the west at 10-20 mph) and temperatures falling through the 60s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 28, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: (Most) Rain Outta Here Before First Pitch

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Nationals vs. Braves
Sunday, Sept. 27, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
70-72F73-75FMostly cloudy, isolated showers30%
Not an ideal day for baseball, but as long as they got the tarp down yesterday, there shouldn't be any issues getting this one in. Be prepared for an isolated shower or two in the late innings but it's more likely you'll stay dry under mostly cloudy skies.
 

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By Brian Jackson | September 27, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Elements Not Worth Braving

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Nationals vs. Braves
Saturday Sept. 26, 1:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
66-68F65-67FRain developing70%
Rain is likely to develop during the game. I'd say there's a 40% chance they'll get it in before the steadiest rain moves in, and a 60% chance of postponement.
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 26, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Clearing Skies, Cooling Down

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Nationals vs. Braves
Friday Sept. 25, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
68-70F65-67FClearing Skies10%
Dress in a couple layers since 60s with a breeze could feel chilly after several innings.
 

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By Camden Walker | September 25, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: A Summery Evening

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Nationals vs. Dodgers
Thursday Sept. 24, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
75-77F72-74FMostly cloudy, warm15%
Like last night, it will feel closer to July than late September. It will be warm and a little humid, with temperatures mainly in mid-70s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 24, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Fall Baseball, Summer Humidity

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Nationals vs. Dodgers
Wednesday Sept. 23, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
76-78F73-75FHumid20%
Some humid baseball for late September. But even with the ample moisture in the air, just a small chance of a brief shower.
 

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By Dan Stillman | September 23, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Dodging A Shower or Two

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Nationals vs. Dodgers
Tuesday, September 22, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
74-7670-72Cloudy, maybe a shower30%
Cloudy with comfortable temperatures and only a widely scattered shower or two.
 

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By Matt Rogers | September 22, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Cloudy with Showers Around

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Nationals vs. Phillies
Thursday, Sep. 10, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
68F63FCloudy with showers65%
Overcast skies and rounds of showers will make for less-than-ideal baseball weather. Bring your rain gear.
 

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By Josh Larson | September 10, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mostly Cloudy, Shower?

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Nationals vs. Phillies
Wednesday, Sep. 9, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
71F68FShowers; drizzle?30%
Plan on mostly cloudy skies with a slight chance for some drizzle or a few light showers. It's possible that much of the game may stay dry, but bring an umbrella just in case.
 

Updated at 3:15 p.m.

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By Josh Larson | September 9, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Bring Rain Gear

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Nationals vs. Phillies
Tuesday, September 8, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
69-7268-70Cloudy, showers40%
Not a complete washout, but the I-95 clash between the Phillies and Nats could be challenged by Mother Nature at times too.
 

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By Matt Rogers | September 8, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mostly Sunny, Very Warm

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Nationals vs. Marlins
Sunday, September 6, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
79F83FMostly Sunny0%
Sunscreen would be useful today if you plan on taking in the game in a sunny seat. Near perfect conditions continue to bathe us in sun. Temperatures in the mid-80s will be partly kept from getting too stuffy by a light breeze blowing in from right field.
 

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By Brian Jackson | September 6, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Really Nice Baseball Weather

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Nationals vs. Marlins
Saturday Sept. 5, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
79F74FClear & Dry0%
It doesn't get much better for game viewing: we'll have nice dry air and temperatures falling through the 70s. Enjoy!
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 5, 2009; 02:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Marlins at Bat, Without Floridian Humidity

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Nationals vs. Marlins
Friday Sept. 4, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
79F74FClear & Dry0%
It will be mild & pleasant at first pitch, but cooler as you leave the game. Remember the sun sets earlier these days.
 

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By Camden Walker | September 4, 2009; 08:20 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: A Warm Summer Afternoon

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Nationals vs. Brewers
Monday, August 24, 4:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F79FPartly sunny20%
It will be a decent afternoon to skip out of the office early and head to Nationals Park. Sure, a very isolated thunderstorm can't be ruled out, but dry weather is the better bet.
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 24, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Spotty Showers?

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Nationals vs. Brewers
Sunday, August 23, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
79F83FMostly cloudy, spotty showers30%
I'd play on the safe side and bring an umbrella today, but chances are they'll get today's game in just fine. The best chances for rain will be during the late innings, but otherwise expect mostly cloudy skies at the ballpark today with temperatures in the low 80s.
 

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By Brian Jackson | August 23, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

SkinsCast, NatCast, UnitedCast: More Showers?

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Redskins vs. Steelers (Preseason)
Saturday Aug. 22, 7:30 p.m., FedexField, Landover, Md.
Kickoff2-Min WarningWeatherChance of Precip.
79-8275-78Scattered showers?35%
Though the bulk of the rain is likely in the afternoon and early evening, more widely scattered showers could persist into the game.
 

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Nationals vs. Brewers
Saturday Aug. 22, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80-83F75-79FShowers possible35%
It shouldn't rain the whole time, but lingering showers or thunderstorms may impact the game. A rain delay is a possibility at some point.
 

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United vs. L.A. Galaxy
Saturday, August 22 7:30 p.m., RFK Stadium
KickoffFinal WhistleWeatherChance of Rain
79-8275-78Chance of showers/t'storms35%
Early tailgaters are likely to get wet, and though the coverage of rain should diminish, scattered showers and storms could continue into the game.
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 22, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

NatCast: A Shower or Two?... Humid

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Nationals vs. Brewers
Friday Aug. 21, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
81-86F79-82FHumid40%
Could be some isolated or scattered showers or thundershowers around this evening. So you might want to have an umbrella in case a couple of them track over the stadium. Fans will also have to contend with high, sticky humidity.
 

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Updated: Friday Aug. 21 @ 4:15 p.m.

By Camden Walker | August 21, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Sticky Weather. A Passing Storm?

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Nationals vs. Rockies
Thursday, Aug. 20, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F80FSticky; t'storm?30%
Prepare for mostly cloudy skies, considerably sticky humidity levels, and the chance for a passing storm. Temperatures will slowly drop through the 80s.
 

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Updated: Thursday Aug. 20 @ 4:35 p.m.

By Josh Larson | August 20, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Early Storm? Then Plain Muggy

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Nationals vs. Rockies
Wednesday Aug. 19, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80-8578-81Muggy30%
Could be some showers and storms around as you're heading toward the ballpark, maybe even overlapping with the scheduled start time. But rain chances should be greatly diminished from around 8 p.m. onward.
 

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By Dan Stillman | August 19, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Could Thunder Rumble the Rockies?

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Nationals vs. Rockies
Tuesday, August 18, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
88-9080-82Partly Cloudy20%
More humidity, but thunderstorms should remain widely scattered- a good chance for a complete game on a warm summer night.
 

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By Matt Rogers | August 18, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Major League Heat

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Nationals vs. Diamondbacks
Sunday, Aug. 9, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
93F96FSunny & hot10%
With direct, intense sunshine and temperatures in the mid-90s during the baseball game, it's important that you stay hydrated, wear light-colored clothing, and bring the sunblock as the Nats go for their 8th straight win.
 

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By Josh Larson | August 9, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Very Warm, Slight Chance of Storm

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Nationals vs. Diamondbacks
Saturday Aug. 8, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
84F80FPartly cloudy20%
A warm front in our vicinity could set off an isolated storm, but more than likely, we'll have a warm evening at Nationals Park.
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 8, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Comfortable August Baseball Weather

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Nationals vs. Diamondbacks
Friday Aug. 7, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F73FMostly clear<5%
Thank the high pressure overhead for clear skies and very comfortable temperatures dropping from near 80 at the outset of the game to the low 70s by game's end. Enjoy!
 

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By Josh Larson | August 7, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Showers to Subside

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Nationals vs. Marlins
Wednesday Aug. 5, 12:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73-7575-79Showers Ending40%
Showers should be winding down by the first pitch or even earlier so a rain delay is not that likely (just a 20% chance). Temperatures will be in the 70s under mostly cloudy skies.
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 6, 2009; 08:55 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Chance of Showers, But on the Low Side

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Nationals vs. Marlins
Wednesday Aug. 5, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
81-8676-80Humid30%
We face yet another evening at Nationals Park with the chance of showers and storms, but also a decent chance of staying mostly dry. So pack an umbrella just in case, and hope that the 70% chance of no rain wins out.
 

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Updated Wednesday Aug. 5 @ 5:20 p.m.

By Dan Stillman | August 5, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Muggy and Warm

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Nationals vs. Marlins
Tuesday August 4, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
8783Partly cloudy10%
The weather will likely be rain-free through most of the game (just the outside chance of a quickly passing shower or thundershower), but sweaty. Temperatures will hold in the 80s with high humidity.
 

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Updated: Tuesday Aug. 4 @ 4:15 p.m.

By Jason Samenow | August 4, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Another Day, Another Delay?

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Nationals vs. Padres
Sunday, July 26, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
81-8385-89Muggy50%
A sticky, but thanks to mostly cloudy skies, not an unbearably hot day at the ballpark. After last night's rain delay of more than three hours, we could see thunderstorms try to disrupt play again today.
 

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By Brian Jackson | July 26, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm With a Sultry Breeze

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Nationals vs. Padres
Saturday July 25, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
86-8981-84Sorta Muggy25%
One of the warmest evening games at the park so far this season. A breeze from the south around 10-15 mph will help keep things feeling a bit cooler, but at the same time will bring in increasing humidity. Just a small chance of a passing thunderstorm.
 

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By Dan Stillman | July 25, 2009; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (2)

NatCast: Diminishing Storm Chances

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Nationals vs. Padres
Friday July 24, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
77-8274-77Partly Cloudy25%
Any late-afternoon or early-evening storms should be just about finished by, or not too long after, the scheduled start time. Otherwise, it'll be a touch humid, but fairly standard levels (if not a little below) for July.
 

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Updated: Friday July 24 @ 3 p.m.

By Camden Walker | July 24, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Showers Threaten Take 2 for Nats-Cards

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Nationals vs. Cardinals
Thursday July 23, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
74-7972-75Showers/Storm?40%
Showers and storms, while not a definite, are a threat this evening for a game that's already a makeup for a previous rainout. Regardless of any rain, the humidity won't make this the most comfortable night at the park.
 

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Updated: Thursday July 23 @ 12:15 p.m.

By Camden Walker | July 23, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

NatCast: Somewhat Sticky; Stray Shower?

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Nationals vs. Mets
Wednesday July 22, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
81-8476-79Warm & Humid25%
A pretty typical midsummer evening with just a small chance of a brief shower or storm.
 

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By Dan Stillman | July 22, 2009; 10:40 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Clouds, Shower Chance Meet the Mets

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Nationals vs. Mets
Tuesday, July 21, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
77-8073-76Mostly Cloudy30%
While a bit humid, temperatures will be comfortable for July. Some passing showers could offer brief game disruptions. But no washout/rain-out is expected.
 

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By Matt Rogers | July 21, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Somewhat Muggy. Scattered Shower?

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Nationals vs. Mets
Monday, July 20, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
76-7974-76Cloudy30%
Comfortable temperatures, but humidity will be noticeable compared to the dryness of recent games. Cloudy skies could deliver a scattered shower or storm. The odds are low for a rain-out, though, with overall chances of precipitation only around 30%.
 

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By Matt Rogers | July 20, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Superb Sunday for Baseball

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Nationals vs. Cubs
Sunday July 19, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80-82F84-86FMostly Sunny0%
You should have no reservations weather-wise about whether to attend today's game or not. Bring the sunscreen though, as bright skies and temperatures in the 80s may leave you with a painful gameday souvenir.
 

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By Brian Jackson | July 19, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Perfectly Pleasant Evening

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Nationals vs. Cubs
Saturday July 18, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F74FMostly clear10%
Should be a very comfortable evening to catch a game. Humidity levels will be low as temperature slowly fall from the low 80s into the mid-70s under just a few clouds.
 

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By Jason Samenow | July 18, 2009; 11:41 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Humid With Decreasing Rain Chances

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Nationals vs. Cubs
Friday July 17, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
79-83F75-80FHumid, Shower?50%
A passing shower or isolated storm is possible through around 9 p.m. or so. Probably not enough to cause too much disruption to the game.
 

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Updated: Friday July 17 @ 5:20 p.m.

By Camden Walker | July 17, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Muggy & Warm; Isolated T'storm?

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Nationals vs. Cubs
Thursday, July 16, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
87F81FPartly cloudy25%
Plan on sticky conditions with temperatures only slowly dropping through the 80s during the course of the game. An isolated thunderstorm is possible, but more likely than not we'll stay dry.
 

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Updated: Thursday July 16 @ 2:55 p.m.

By Josh Larson | July 16, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Chance of Showers

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Nationals vs. Braves
Saturday July 4, 1:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F74FMostly cloudy, showers?40%
It will be a mostly cloudy and relatively cool afternoon, with a chance for a few light showers. The rain will probably not be heavy/steady enough to cancel the game.
 

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By Jason Samenow | July 5, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Nice Holiday Matinee

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Nationals vs. Braves
Saturday July 4, 1:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
82F84FPartly Sunny10%
A characteristically warm midday game. If you're seated in a sunny area of the park, wear suncreen and drink plenty of water.
 

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By Jason Samenow | July 4, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Seventies With a Slight Shower Chance

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Nationals vs. Braves
Friday July 3, 6:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
78F71FShower early?20%
While a passing shower or thunderstorm can't be ruled out, especially leading up to and just before first pitch, chances are good for a mostly rain-free ballgame. Temperatures falling through the 70s and humidity on the low side should feel quite nice for this time of year.
 

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By Camden Walker | July 3, 2009; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Decidedly Warm but Likely Dry

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Nationals vs. Red Sox
Thursday, June 24, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
88F80FPartly Cloudy10%
Warm is the keyword: temperatures in the upper 80s at the game's start will drop to near 80 by the last inning. There's a (very) slight chance of a pop-up thundershower, but my money's on it staying dry through the duration of the game.
 

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By Josh Larson | June 25, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mild and Not Too Muggy

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Nationals vs. Red Sox
Wednesday June 24, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
83F76FMostly Clear10%
Another big crowd and another nice evening for baseball. Temperatures fall into the 70s and it shouldn't be that muggy.
 

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By Dan Stillman | June 24, 2009; 08:20 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Beautiful for Baseball vs. Boston

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Nationals vs. Red Sox
Tuesday June 23, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F75FPartly Cloudy10%
A splendid night to watch the Nats take on a fabled franchise. Temperatures will be pleasant with very little chance for rain.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 23, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Partly Sunny, Stray Shower?

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Nationals vs. Blue Jays
Sunday June 21, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F82FPartly Cloudy20%
Can't completely rule out a short-lived shower, but game conditions should generally be dry. Despite considerable cloud cover, still wear sunscreen -- as the sun's intensity is about as high as it gets this time of year, and penetrates through the clouds.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 21, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Storm Chances Fade

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Nationals vs. Blue Jays
Saturday June 20, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
82F77FPartly Cloudy20%
Any afternoon or early evening thunderstorm activity should be pushing out of the region, leaving behind a partly cloudy and pleasant evening.
 

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Updated: Saturday June 20 @ 2:30 p.m.

By Jason Samenow | June 20, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mild With a Slight Storm Chance

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Nationals vs. Blue Jays
Friday June 19, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
82F77FKinda Muggy20%
The homestand begins with a mild night and just a slight chance of a quickly passing shower or storm at some point during the game.
 

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Updated: Friday June 19 @ 3:30 p.m.

By Dan Stillman | June 19, 2009; 08:55 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Storms Could Upset the Game

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Nationals vs. Reds
Thursday, June 11, 4:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
82F77FScattered storms60%
Scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms may disrupt today's game, but it's hard to pinpoint when and where individual storm clusters will form. At the very least, bring an umbrella with you and be prepared for possible storms.
 

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By Josh Larson | June 11, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

NatCast: Storms a Threat Once Again

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Nationals vs. Reds
Wednesday June 10, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
77-82F70-75FT-Storm?50%
Another Nats game and another chance of showers and storms. You know the drill... check back for the latest forecast and a look at radar as game time gets closer.
 

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Updated: Wednesday June 10 @ 5:15 PM

By Dan Stillman | June 10, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm With Storm Possible

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Nationals vs. Reds
Tuesday, June 9, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
84F79FWarm, humid40%
An evening thunderstorm is possible and could cause a delay (1-in-3 chance); otherwise, summer warmth dominates.
 

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By Matt Rogers | June 9, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Sunny and Pleasant

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Nationals vs. Mets
Sunday June 7, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F82FMostly sunny0%
It will be a beautiful afternoon at Nationals Park, with temperatures in the low 80s. The UV Index, though, will be very high...so wear a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 7, 2009; 07:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

NatCast: Dry...Finally

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Nationals vs. Mets
Saturday June 6, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
77F71FMostly clear0%
After several damp and unpleasant games, the Nats and their fans will finally enjoy a pleasant evening with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the 70s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 6, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Damp but Not a Rain Out

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Nationals vs. Mets
Friday June 5, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
61F58FEarly shower?50%
A lingering shower or two can't be ruled out near the start of the game. But most of the game should be rain-free. Still, dress for cool and dampish temperatures near 60.
 

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Updated: Friday June 5 @ 4:05 p.m.

By Camden Walker | June 5, 2009; 04:30 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Another Dose of Rain for Doubleheader

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Nationals vs. Giants
Thursday June 4, 4:35 p.m. (2nd game to follow), Nationals Park
Game 1Game 2WeatherChance of Rain
Mid-60sLow 60sRainy & cool90%
There's a chance rain will be light and intermittent enough to at least get game 1 underway. But still, Randy Johnson's bid to win his 300th career game may be disrupted, just like last night, as rain could become moderate at times toward evening. Temperatures? Only in the 60s. Yuck.
 

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Updated: Thursday June 4 @ 3:55 p.m.

By Josh Larson | June 4, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

NatCast: Storms May Threaten Play

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Nationals vs. Giants
Wednesday 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
74F69FStormy?60%
A good chance of storms during the afternoon and into the evening could impact the game. Check back for updates.
 

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Updated: Wednesday June 3 @ 3:30 p.m.

By Dan Stillman | June 3, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Quite Warm, Shower Possible

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Nationals vs. Giants
Tuesday, June 2, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
82F77FWarm, humid25%
Summer weather with slightly elevated humidity and maybe an isolated shower or thunderstorm.
 

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Updated: Tuesday June 2 @ 4 p.m.

By Matt Rogers | June 2, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm, Late Inning Storm?

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Nationals vs. Orioles
Saturday May 23, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F82FPartly cloudy25%
It will be a warm and somewhat humid afternoon at the park. By the late innings, clouds may increase and there's a slight chance of a thunderstorm.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 24, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Storm Risk Slim for Local Showdown

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Nationals vs. Orioles
Saturday May 23, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F75FPartly cloudy20%
An isolated storm presents the outside chance of a rain delay. Otherwise, expect pleasantly warm conditions, with temperatures generally in the 70s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 23, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: No Worries For Nats & O's

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Nationals vs. Orioles
Friday May 22, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F74FClear & Mild0%
Clear skies and warm temperatures equals no worries. Just a light breeze from the south. Perhaps a little humid. But how great is it that sunset isn't until 8:20 p.m. now -- I love baseball this time of year!
 

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By Camden Walker | May 22, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mighty Nice Baseball Weather

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Nationals vs. Pirates
Thursday, May 21, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
75F66FClear and dry5%
If you ask me, it seems like nearly-ideal baseball weather with sunshine transitioning to clear skies and temperatures dropping from the mid-70s to the rather cooler mid-60s by game's end.
 

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By Josh Larson | May 21, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Perfect at the Park

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Nationals vs. Pirates
Wednesday May 20, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
74F66FStarry Skies0%
Have an extra layer to throw on once the sun goes down and you're good to go.
 

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By Dan Stillman | May 20, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Premium Baseball Weather

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Nationals vs. Pirates
Tuesday, May 19, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
68F61FComfortable0%
Excellent evening weather, but temperatures may dip fast after sundown. Still very comfortable for late May.
 

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By Matt Rogers | May 19, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Dry and Chilly

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Nationals vs. Pirates
Monday, May 18, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
58F53FClear and Calm0%
I definitely advise an extra layer for this evening, as temperatures fall through the 50s. Enjoy the crisp, dry weather!
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 18, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Cool and Breezy

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Nationals vs. Phillies
Sunday, May 17, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
62F63FDecreasing clouds, cool20%
A light Nat's jacket would be a good idea to bring along today. A slight chance of a shower exists in the early innings before giving way to slowly clearing skies and temperatures steady in the low 60s. Expect a stiff wind blowing in from left field.
 

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By Brian Jackson | May 17, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Muggy Matinee, Stormy Nightcap

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Nationals vs. Phillies
Saturday, May 16, 1:05 p.m. and 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First GameSecond GameWeatherChance of Rain
Low 80sMid-70sT'storm chances increasing30 and 60%
The first game will be partly sunny and muggy, with temperatures maxing out in the low 80s. Showers and thunderstorms are a strong possibility during the second game, with temperatures in the 70s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 16, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mild & Muggy; Maybe a Thundershower

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Nationals vs. Phillies
Friday, May 15, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
76F72FThundershower?30-40%
Humid conditions may be accompanied by a scattered shower or thundershower, but any interruptions to the game shouldn't last too long.
 

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Updated: Friday May 15 @ 4:30 p.m.

By Josh Larson | May 15, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Possible Showers

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Nationals vs. Astros
Tuesday, May 5, 12:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
63F65FScattered Showers40%
Rain chances increase deeper into afternoon and the late innings. Chances are good the game will be played. Clouds abound, but temperatures will be warmer than yesterday.
 

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By Matt Rogers | May 5, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Rain to End?

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Nationals vs. Astros
Monday, May 4, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
58F57FRain diminishing50%
After yesterday's rain-out, today's rain may end in time for tonight's game to be playable. Lingering rain should diminish in coverage and intensity throughout the evening. Temperatures will be cool.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 4, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

NatCast: On the Wet Side

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Nationals vs. Cardinals
Sunday, May 3, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
62F61FRain likely70%
It's likely to be a wet day at Nationals Park. Light to moderate rain is a strong possibility at times and it's iffy whether the game will be played in its entirety.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 3, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mild with Chance of Showers

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Nationals vs. Cardinals
Saturday, May 2, 1:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
72F69FMostly cloudy, showers possible50%
Some scattered showers are possible -- especially late in the game, but there's a decent chance (60% chance) they'll get the game in before any steady rain arrives. Temperatures will be mild -- around 70 and with high humidity.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 2, 2009; 07:45 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mild, Shower/Storm at the Onset?

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Nationals vs. St. Louis
Friday May 1, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
70F66FClamy; Shower/Storm?30%
While a passing shower or thunderstorm can't be ruled out, especially leading up to and just before first pitch, chances are looking better for a mostly rain-free ballgame. Still, you may want to take the umbrella just in case. The air will have a damp feel overall.
 

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Updated: Friday May 1 @ 3:40 p.m.

By Camden Walker | May 1, 2009; 09:35 AM ET | Comments (1)

NatCast: Coats Recommended; Umbrellas?

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Nationals vs. Cardinals
Thursday, April 30, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
53F56FCloudy; stray shower?30%
Low cloud cover, a stray shower, and relatively cool temperatures in the 50s won't exactly make for the nicest baseball weather. The temperature forecast is not a typo: they may actually rise a few degrees during the game as a warm front pushes north.
 

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By Josh Larson | April 30, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Chilly, Shower Chance Slim

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Nationals vs. Braves
Wednesday, April 22, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
56F52FMostly cloudy30%
Any shower activity, which will be less widespread than yesterday, should diminish early on. But it will be quite brisk, so dress warmly.
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 22, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Some Storms to Brave?

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Nationals vs. Braves
Tuesday April 21, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
65F57FShowers/storms40%
No steady rains here. Just scattered activity which could trigger a game delay. Temperatures will cool down though, so bring a jacket.
 

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Updated: Tuesday April 21 @ 3:40 p.m.

By Matt Rogers | April 21, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Not So Nice. Thunderstorm?

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Nationals vs. Braves
Monday April 20, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
56F56FShowers; T-storm?60%
Some on and off showers are possible, and a thunderstorm could roll through as well (40% chance). The cool, showery and potentially stormy conditions won't make for the nicest night at the ballpark.
 

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By Dan Stillman | April 20, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

NatCast: Late Inning Showers?

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Nationals vs. Marlins
Sunday April 19, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
65F67FMostly Cloudy30%
You won't need to worry about sunburn but instead a slight (30%) chance showers in the last few innings. Temperatures will be comfortable -- in the 60s. GO NATS!
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 19, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Sensational Baseball Weather

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Nationals vs. Marlins
Saturday, April 18, 1:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F76FMostly Sunny0%
An ideal day to catch a game: blue skies, comfortably warm temps and a gentle breeze. Enjoy
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 18, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Slightly Cooler Than Perfect

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Nationals vs. Florida
Friday April 17, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
66F59FClear & Calm0%
Clear skies and light winds will be nice, but do prepare for pretty cool temperatures near the end of the game. It's all about layers!
 

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By Camden Walker | April 17, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Somewhat Cool With Clear Skies

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Nationals vs. Phillies
Thursday April 16, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
59F54FMostly Clear0%
Quite a change from yesterday's rain out. Tonight we get clear skies, though still somewhat cool with temperatures dropping through the 50s.
 

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By Dan Stillman | April 16, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Umbrellas & Coats Recommended

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Nationals vs. Phillies
Wednesday, April 15, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
47F44FCloudy with drizzle70%
Low cloud cover and drizzle, along with the chance for a steadier shower here or there, look to conspire against Nationals baseball Wednesday night. Temperatures in the 40s will necessitate plenty of outerwear.
 

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By Josh Larson | April 15, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

NatCast: Cloudy, Cool for Home Opener; Light Rain?

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Nationals vs. Phillies (Home Opener)
Monday April 13, 3:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
53F52FLight Rain?30%
The Nats home schedule will open on the gray side. Expect mostly cloudy skies with temperatures fairly steady in the low 50s throughout the game, Some light rain could develop (30% chance) toward the end of the game.
 

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By Dan Stillman | April 13, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Breezy Baseball

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Nationals vs. Orioles
Saturday April 4, 6:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
62F55FWindy0%
Winds won't be as gusty as during the mid-to-late afternoon, but should still blow at around 15-25 mph, with some gusts over 30 mph. Under clear skies, temperatures dropping into 50s will feel like the 40s during the late innings so dress appropriately.
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 4, 2009; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Stormy Season Finale

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
63F62FRain and wind80%
As the Nats approach 100 regular-season losses, it's only fitting they may reach this unenviable milestone in a literal storm. That's if the game is played. This forecaster gives 50/50 odds the game is postponed due to weather. If you go, bring the rain gear.
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

NatCast: Too Bad Tonight's Game Isn't the Last

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
71F67FBreezy0%
If only the home portion of the schedule ended tonight, it could end on a high note, at least as far as the weather is concerned. Instead, the weather for tomorrow night's home finale looks much less promising.
 

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By Dan Stillman | September 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Good Start to Final Home Series

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
74F68FPleasant conditions5%
Excellent weather tonight and Wednesday, but showers possible for final home game Thursday.
 

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By Matt Rogers | September 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Beautiful Baseball Weather

Nationals vs. Padres
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
77F79FMostly Sunny0%
The season's last Sunday matinee will be splendid. Enjoy lots of sunshine and temperatures generally in the upper 70s
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Another Ideal September Evening

Nationals vs. Padres
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
69F63FMostly Clear0%
What a night to enjoy Nationals Park and refreshing air. Consider a light jacket if you tend to easily get cold.
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Perfect Pitching Weather

Nationals vs. Padres
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
70F63FMostly Clear, Cool0%
There aren't but so many ways to say PERFECT weather. So I just said it. Attend this one, if weather is any motivation.
 

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By Camden Walker | September 19, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: More Delightful Baseball Weather

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F67FClear0%
Once again, enjoy clear skies and comfortable temperatures at Nationals Park.
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 18, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Beautiful Baseball-Watching Weather

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
75F69FMostly Clear0%
This kind of weather is hard to beat. As evening temperatures cool, a light jacket should do the trick.
 

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By Dan Stillman | September 17, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

NatCast: Nice Night to Meet the Mets

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
75F70FPleasant conditions5%
Should be another excellent evening to go for a second win against Mets. Is that possible?
 

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By Matt Rogers | September 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Dry and Pleasant

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
77F71FMostly clear5%
Temperatures will steadily drop through the 70s during the game, with a light northwest breeze. Conditions will be very comfortable for baseball.
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Nice 'n Warm

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
88F82FPartly to mostly clear0%
Temperatures in the 80s will be warm, and humidity will be higher than earlier in the day, but still not so bad.
 

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By Dan Stillman | September 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Everything Going Right

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
86F79FClear Skies0%
When a team gets on a streak like the Nationals -- winners of seven in a row -- everything just seems to fall into place. Tonight, the weather will be no exception -- clear skies and low humidity, and not a drop of rain to worry about.
 

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By Dan Stillman | September 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Fine Weather for Phillies

Nationals vs. Phillies
Today, 3:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
88F82FSunny, warm0%
The first half of the game will be hot, especially in sunny areas of the stadium. The late innings will become more comfortable as the sun lowers and temperatures slowly fall into the low 80s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | September 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Sunday Sunshine

Nationals vs. Braves
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F86FSunny, warm20%
It will be very warm in the sun, but fortunately humidity levels will be lower than yesterday. Hydrate and enjoy the game.
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 31, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Probably Pleasant

Nationals vs. Braves
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
77F74FDecreasing Clouds20%
Any shower activity should end very early in the game or before it starts. Temperatures should generally be in the mid-to-upper 70s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Mild, Humid with a Chance of Showers

Nationals vs. Braves
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
75F72FCloudy with shower?20%
Skies are likely to stay overcast, humidity moderate and temperatures cool. Slight chance of a shower, too.
 

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By Camden Walker | August 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: To Rain or Not to Rain

Update: 4:45 p.m.

Nationals vs. Dodgers
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
72F69FCloudy; showers?45%
Precipitation chances will be decreasing this evening, but some light showers or drizzle may still be around, so you might want to have the umbrella just in case. You'll definitely want a light jacket considering the cool temperatures.
 

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By Josh Larson | August 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Kinda Cool ... Showers?

Updated: 3:25 p.m.

Nationals vs. Dodgers
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F69FMostly Cloudy40%
Some light showers are possible but not definite. Steadier, heavier rain capable of forcing a delay or rain out is unlikey.
 

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By Dan Stillman | August 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Nice Night

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
86F78FWarm summer night5%
Weather will not be an impediment as Nats go for second win against Phils.
 

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By Matt Rogers | August 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm Summer Sunshine

Nationals vs. Rockies
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
83F86FMostly Sunny0%
It will be pretty warm sitting in the sun, but at least humidity levels will be low. Stay hydrated and enjoy the game.
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 17, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Ideal Summer Spectating

Nationals vs. Rockies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F75FClear0%
Don't let eight straight losses keep you away, the weather is going to be awesome. No rain, comfortable humidity levels, and temperatures in the 70s...
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

Natcast: Warm, Humid, Chance of Storms

Nationals vs. Rockies
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
81F75FMostly Cloudy40%
A strong shower or thunderstorm could pass through at some point, but probably not a rain out.
 

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By Camden Walker | August 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Weather a Game-Time Decision

Updated: 2:35 p.m.

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
81F74FThunderstorm?40%
A thunderstorm is possible. Otherwise, it should be partly cloudy with temperatures dropping to the mid 70s by game's end.
 

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By Josh Larson | August 14, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Nice Temps; Uncertain Storm Chance

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F75FPassing Storm?30%
It's honestly one of those forecasts where it could be a perfectly nice night, or the stadium area to could catch a delay-causing thunderstorm. Temperatures and humidity should be quite comfortable.
 

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By Dan Stillman | August 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Worry-Free Weather

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
79F74FPleasant5%
Bonus baseball weather. Enjoy the game.
 

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By Matt Rogers | August 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Sunny Summer Afternoon

Nationals vs. Reds
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F87FMostly Sunny5%
It will be very warm in the sun, but the humidity won't be bad at all. Drink plenty of water and enjoy the game!
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Drier Air Moves In

Nationals vs. Reds
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
84F79FDecreasing clouds25%
By first pitch, most storminess should be well to the east, but a lingering storm is not impossible toward the beginning of the game. Otherwise, drier air moving in should make for a pretty nice rest of the night at Nationals Park.
 

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By Jason Samenow | August 2, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm; Humidity Could be Worse!

Nationals vs. Reds
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
87F83FClouding over25%
Clouds will be on the increase, and a shower or thunderstorm isn't impossible. But more likely, precipitation will hold off until later on overnight.
 

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By Camden Walker | August 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm & Humid; Slight Chance T'storm

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
90F83FWarm and humid30%
Temperatures will be near 90 at the start of the game with palpable humidity. Scattered showers or thunderstorms are possible, especially during the first half of the game. It will still be in the low to mid 80s by game's end, so dress with light clothing.
 

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By Josh Larson | July 31, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Muggy, Maybe a T-storm

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
88F83FMuggy40%
A passing thunderstorm could delay the start or stop play at some point. But I doubt it would last long enough to postpone the game. It's guaranteed to be a humid evening, but how warm it is will depend on whether a cooling storm comes through before or during the game.
 

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By Dan Stillman | July 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Some Heat for the Phanatics

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
87F80FWarm20%
Some scattered clouds, very low chance of a storm, and warm/humid weather.
 

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By Matt Rogers | July 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Sticky but Storms Likely Hold Off

Nationals vs. Astros
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
88F89FPartly Cloudy15%
Be ready for hot and humid weather and drink plenty of water. Application of sunscreen is a good idea too. A storm can't be ruled out during the late innings, but should wait until a few hours after the game.
 

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By Jason Samenow | July 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm and Dry

Nationals vs. Astros
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
87F82FMostly Clear10%
An enjoyable night at Nationals Park. It will be on the warm side (in the 80s) but the storm threat is low.
 

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By Jason Samenow | July 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Not Bad at All

Nationals vs. Astros
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F78FMostly Clear0%
Here you will find NO MENTION of rain or clouds or anything unpleasant! It may be fairly warm, so be sure to drink water. Other than that, enjoy the great weather.
 

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By Camden Walker | July 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Splendid Baseball Weather

Nationals vs. Diamondbacks
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F76FMild, Low Humidity<5%
Much more comfortable baseball weather can be expected compared to the last two games due primarily to the lowered humidity levels. Mostly sunny skies will give way to a clear evening with temperatures dropping into the mid 70s by game's end.
 

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By Josh Larson | July 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Muggy With Storms Threatening

Nationals vs. Diamondbacks
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
78F76FStorms Around50%
Evening storms could be scattered in nature. But still I'd call it at least a 50% chance that a storm passes over the stadium during the game.
 

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By Dan Stillman | July 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

NatCast: Arizona Heat Meets D.C. Humidity

Nationals vs. Diamondbacks
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
87F82FHumid30%
Very warm and muggy conditions and a low (30%) chance for a thunderstorm disruption.
 

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By Matt Rogers | July 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Late-Inning Storms?

Nationals vs. Orioles
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
86F87FHumid, Possible Storms40%
Just as in the past two games, a thunderstorm-induced rain delay is possible -- particularly during the late innings. Let's hope the storms hold until after the game.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Very Warm; Early-Inning Storm?

Nationals vs. Orioles
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
91F84FPartly Cloudy, T'storm?30%
Like last night, a brief thunderstorm could cause a delay -- particularly in the early innings. But more likely, it will just be another muggy summer evening.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

Natcast: A Little Toasty, Muggy, T'storm?

Nationals vs. Orioles
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
90F81FPartly Cloudy, T'storm?20%
Warm temperatures should make the evening a little sweaty. And watch for a thunderstorm possible near the beginning of the game.
 

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By Camden Walker | June 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: No Complaints

Nationals vs. Angels
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F80FToasty Comfort10%
Warm but comfortable temperatures, and only a bit in the way of humidity, should make for a more-than-decent night at the ballpark.
 

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By Dan Stillman | June 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Better Weather

Nationals vs. Angels
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
82F74FPleasant20%
Very low, low chance of isolated storms here tonight. Low humidities should make for a pleasant game night for a change!
 

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By Matt Rogers | June 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

NatCast: Storms May Strike or Strike Out

Nationals vs. Angels
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
82F77FStorm Threat40%
Thunderstorms could cause a rain delay, but rain of sufficient duration for postponement isn't likely. It's possible storms come through before the game or even miss. Aside from any storms, it will be a typically muggy summer evening.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Storm Dodging

Nationals vs. Rangers
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
83F84FPartly cloudy, t'storm?30%
A thunderstorm is possible, but most likely in the late innings or after the game. Otherwise, it will be warm and somewhat humid, with temperatures in the low to mid 80s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 22, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm, Maybe a Storm

Nationals vs. Rangers
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
83F77FPartly cloudy, t'storm?30%
An isolated t'storm could cause a rain delay, but chances are better you'll just experience a warm, enjoyable summer evening at the park.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: Sitting Pretty, Clear and Dry

Nationals vs. Rangers
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
81F74FMostly Clear5%
Pleasant with a light breeze, and temperatures around 80. Doesn't get much better! Oh, humidity will even be under control!
 

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By Camden Walker | June 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: A Hot Night

Nationals vs. Giants
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
93F89FHot and Humid10%
Just because the game is at night, doesn't mean it won't be hot. Temperatures will hold at or above 90 for most of the game. Drink plenty of fluids.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Extremely Hot

Nationals vs. Giants
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
94F96FBlazing Heat10%
It will be oppressively hot and humid. Temperatures will feel over 100 degrees for much of the game. Drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Steamy and Sultry

Nationals vs. Giants
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
93F87FPartly Cloudy, Humid15%
Very warm and humid conditions will persist throughout the game. Temperatures will only fall from the low 90s to the upper 80s. Drink a lot of water. Can't entirely rule out an isolated storm.
 

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By Jason Samenow | June 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Natcast: On the Muggy Side

Nationals vs. Giants
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F79FMostly Clear5%
No rain, even sunny skies before the sun sets, but some fairly muggy & stagnant air will be hanging around the stadium. Dress in breathable, light (color) materials.
 

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By Camden Walker | June 6, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Muggy & Warm; Thunderstorm?

Nationals vs. Cardinals
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
85F79FMuggy and warm30%
It won't be particularly comfortable weather for watching (or, for that matter, playing) baseball, with warm and humid conditions throughout the game. There's a chance for a passing shower or thunderstorm, but probably nothing like last night.
 

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By Josh Larson | June 5, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Warm and Humid. Late-Game T-storm?

Nationals vs. Cardinals
Today, 1:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
82F88FPartly Sunny30%
With high humidity, temperatures will climb through the 80s. A thunderstorm is possible during the middle to late innings.
 

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By Dan Stillman | June 5, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Another Stormy Night?

Nationals vs. Cardinals
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F73FLingering Storms?50%
Another batch of showers and storms could come through during the game. Probably not as intense as this afternoon's storms, but a few storms could still be severe. (Updated: 5:25 PM)
 

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By Dan Stillman | June 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

NatCast: Storms Could Threaten

Nationals vs. Cardinals
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
80F74FChance of showers, t-storm50%
It doesn't look like a rain out, but there is a chance that some showers or thunderstorms may pass through at some point during the game (Updated: 3:40 PM).
 

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By Matt Rogers | June 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Brewing up the Heat

Nationals vs. Brewers
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
83F86FSunny0%
The last weekday day game of the season will be the hottest. With temperatures in the mid 80s and a strong sun, drink a lot of water and wear sunscreen.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Spectacular Sunshine

Nationals vs. Brewers
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
74F75FSunny0%
It will be a beautiful afternoon at the ballpark but wear sunscreen -- the UV index will be very high!
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Clear and Comfortably Cool

Nationals vs. Brewers
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
67F62F Clear0%
A great evening to catch a game. Bring along a jacket as temps will drop through the 60s during the game and there will be a light north breeze.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Winning Weather

Nationals vs. Brewers
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
71F64F Becoming Partly Cloudy10%
Enjoy great game-time conditions. Watch for some increasing clouds and cooler temperatures, though, if you stay through the end.
 

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By Camden Walker | May 23, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Cool -- With a Sprinkle?

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
6761Mostly cloudy; sprinkle?30%
A shower or sprinkle is possible, especially early in the game. On the other hand, it may end up being completely dry. Do bring a jacket as temperatures will fall into the low 60s by game's end.
 

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By Josh Larson | May 21, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Shower Chances Fade

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
61F57FPartly Cloudy25%
A lingering shower isn't out of the question early in the game, but the chances are quickly diminishing as drier air works its way into the area. With the cool temperatures, a light jacket or sweatshirt should again be included in the game-night attire.
 

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By Matt Rogers | May 20, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

NatCast: Comfortably Cool, Clouding Up

Nationals vs. Phillies
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
67F63FIncreasing Clouds15%
Clouds increase ahead of the next approaching storm, but rain should hold off until after midnight. It won't be quite warm enough for shorts, but you'll be comfortable with a light jacket or sweatshirt.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 19, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Developling Rain

Nationals vs. Marlins
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
64F62FBreezy, Rainy60%
Rain is likely to begin by the mid to late innings. I'd say there's a 60% chance of getting the game in before any suspension of play. Factoring in breezy winds from the southeast (15mph, with higher gusts), temps only in the 60s and the rain, it won't be the nicest of days to take in a game.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Dry but Chilly

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
57F55F Partly Cloudy10%
Clearing should be well underway if not complete by game time, so there are no real rain worries. Temperatures will be kind of cool though, so wear an extra layer.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Cloudy + Slight Shower Chance

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
57F55F Cool, cloudy, Shower?25%
It will be cool, cloudy too -- with slowly dropping temperatures, and a small chance of a shower.
 

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By Camden Walker | May 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

NatCast: Refreshing Sunshine

Nationals vs. Pirates
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F74FMostly sunny5%
Like yesterday, it will be bright and sunny. However, temperatures will be about 5-8 degrees cooler and you'll notice a cool, but pleasant northwest breeze.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Partly Cloudy and Warm

Nationals vs. Pirates
Today, 1:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
75F78F Sun and clouds10%
Enjoy a fine afternoon for baseball. Partial sunshine and temperatures in the mid to upper 70s will be quite pleasant. Don't forget the sunscreen.
 

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By Jason Samenow | May 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Cloudy + storm chance

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
62F58F Cool, cloudy, T-shower?35%
It will be cool, cloudy too--with slowly dropping temperatures, and a chance of a T-shower.
 

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By Camden Walker | May 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Weather, Team Warming Up

Nationals vs. Pirates
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
65F61FPartly Cloudy15%
The Nats have been hot as of late, and finally the weather is catching up. In fact, the weather this evening will be slightly warmer than it was for yesterday's day game.
 

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By Josh Larson | May 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Sixties With Some Sun

Nationals vs. Braves
Today, 4:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
63F59FPartly Sunny0%
Good timing for a day game considering the cool evenings we're having. It'll feel nice in the sun to start the game, but a bit of a chill by the end as the sun moves lower in the sky.
 

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By Dan Stillman | April 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Clearing and Chilly

Nationals vs. Braves
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
57F51FPartly Cloudy, Cool15%
Any clouds should be breaking up by the start of the game. It will be dry but chilly with temperatures falling through the 50s. Dress warmly in layers.
 

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By Matt Ross | April 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Cloudy and Cool

Nationals vs. Cubs
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
59F61FPartly cloudy10%
Expect overcast skies and cool weather. The good news: no rain. Temperatures will generally be around 60.
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 27, 2008; 11:20 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Showers Likely

Nationals vs. Cubs
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
74F69FShowery65%
A passing cold front means a good chance of showers and thunderstorms. Any rain may take about an hour to pass some time between 4 and 9 p.m. I'm not thinking rain-out, but a delay is certainly possible (about a 50% chance).
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

NatCast: Warm, Slight Chance of Storm

Nationals vs. Cubs
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
74F69FMild20%
A very mild and a very comfortable evening at Nationals Park. Watch out for a 20% chance of a thundershower, but much more likely it will be rain-free.
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Perfectly Pleasant

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F66FMild0%
Perfect spring baseball weather with sunny skies and temperatures in the low to mid 70s at the outset of the game, transitioning to starry skies with temperatures falling into the mid 60s by game's end.

By Josh Larson | April 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Pleasant Weather to Start Homestand

Nationals vs. Mets
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
71F66FA Few Clouds10%
Pretty nice weather greets the Nats and their fans to begin the homestand. Although the chance is slight, a sprinkle or light shower can't be ruled out as temperatures fall into the upper 60s.
 

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By Dan Stillman | April 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Cool, Showery, but Playable

Nationals vs. Braves
Today, 1:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
55F52FScattered showers50%
Quite an unsettled day at the ballpark. Look out for occasional showers, but probably nothing persistent enough to delay or halt play. When it's not raining, there may be a bit of sunshine, but temperatures will be cool -- generally in the 50s.
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mild, Slight Shower Chance

Nationals vs. Braves
Today, 1:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F74FPartly cloudy, t'shower?30%
Despite the passage of a cold front, mild temperatures will persist through the game. Most shower and thunderstorm activity should occur before the game, but there is a 30% chance a shower or thunderstorm could linger.
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Pleasant Temps, Threatening Sky?

Nationals vs. Braves
Tonight, 7:35 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
73F68F Cloudy & Warm, T'storm?35%
Warm temperatures should make the evening enjoyable, assuming a thunderstorm doesn't pop-up & park over the new stadium!
 

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By Camden Walker | April 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

NatCast: Mild in Mudville

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
70F63FMild5%
Expect partly cloudy skies and mild conditions to start the game with temperatures still in the low to mid 60s by game's end.
 

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By Josh Larson | April 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Mostly Cloudy, Not as Cool

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
61F59FMostly Cloudy20%
Not a perfect spring evening, but at least temperatures will be about 10 degrees warmer than they were during the first two games of the season. There's a small chance that an approaching cold front produces a sprinkle or light shower.
 

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By Dan Stillman | April 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Dreary on the Diamond

Nationals vs. Marlins
Tonight, 7:10 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
50F49FCloudy15%
Dress warmly if you're taking in the 2nd game at Nationals Park. Temperatures will hold around 50 degrees under overcast skies. Conditions should remain dry but a little drizzle can't be ruled out.
 

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By Jason Samenow | April 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

NatCast: Bundle Up Baseball

Very slight chance of showers

Nationals vs. Braves (Opening Night)
Tonight, 8:05 p.m., Nationals Park
First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain
46F44FCloudy20%
Extra layers will be in order for tonight's opening game at Nationals Park. Shower chances are pretty low, but smart fans will bring along or wear a rain-proof jacket.
 

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By Capital Weather Gang | March 30, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (12)

 

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