Will the Taylor Swift show be delayed if it storms? Here's what we know
Storms are in the forecast for Taylor Swift's two Cincinnati concerts.
The pop star performs June 30 and July 1 at Paycor Stadium. While air quality has been a recent weather concern in Cincinnati, this weekend could bring rain showers and thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service.
How will this affect Swifties? Here's what we know.
Will the Taylor Swift show be delayed if it storms?
The show will go on even if there is rain or thunder, Duane Haring, director of stadium and event operations for the Cincinnati Bengals, told The Enquirer. If there is lightning in the area, the concert will be delayed, and instructions will be communicated to fans at the stadium.
Paycor Stadium is an outdoor stadium without a roof, so be prepared with rain gear and a clear bag to protect your phone. See what you can and can't bring into Paycor Stadium here.
Cincinnati weather Friday and Saturday
Showers and thunderstorms are possible both Friday and Saturday, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio.
There's a 40% chance of precipitation during the day Friday and showers and thunderstorms are possible after 9 a.m.
The chance for precipitation increases to 60% Friday night, and the service says rain and thunderstorms are likely after 2 a.m.
Rain and thunderstorms are likely early Saturday morning, and again after 2 p.m. The chance of precipitation is 70%. That increases to 80% Saturday night, when both rain and thunderstorms are likely.
Here's what's going on hour by hour
Friday
Noon to 7 p.m.: Taygate at The Banks.
4:30 p.m.: Paycor Stadium gates open.
5:10 p.m.: Reds vs. Padres at Great American Ball Park.
6:30 p.m.: Performances at Paycor Stadium are expected to start.
11:15 p.m.: Taylor Swift concert is expected to end.
Saturday
Noon to 7 p.m.: Taygate at The Banks.
1:40 p.m.: Reds vs. Padres at Great American Ball Park.
4:30 p.m.: Paycor Stadium gates open.
6:30 p.m.: Performances at Paycor Stadium are expected to start.
11:15 p.m.: Taylor Swift concert is expected to end.
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