Extreme heat threatens World Cup matches in several U.S. cities
Six host cities — including Miami, Houston, Dallas, Monterrey, Kansas City, and Atlanta — are expected to experience high temperatures, with the Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) projected to reach 32°C or higher during midday hours.
This level of heat is considered an indicator of severe heat stress, as the body faces significant difficulty maintaining its normal temperature.
To reduce risks, most World Cup matches will be held outside peak heat hours, with many games scheduled in the evening or late afternoon. For example, the Group F match between Scotland and Brazil in Miami will kick off at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Some stadiums, such as those in Houston and Dallas, are also equipped with retractable roofs and climate-control systems to help reduce the impact of weather conditions.
Heat waves during the summer are a recurring phenomenon in North America and Mexico, where temperatures may rise more than 10°C above seasonal averages, making conditions more challenging for both players and fans.
In New York, which will host the World Cup final on July 19, a strong heat wave could push temperatures into the mid-30s Celsius, with WBGT levels reaching around 30°C — conditions associated with high levels of heat stress.
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