What is the weather forecast for England vs Norway in Miami?

England's Thomas Tuchel speaks to his players during a hydration break during the FIFA World Cup 2026. (Photo by Eddie Keogh - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
Another England game, another weather scare... (Image credit: Getty Images)

After storms delayed kick-off for England ahead of their Round of 16 clash against Mexico, weather could now also affect their quarter-final.

A severe weather warning has been issued ahead of Saturday's 10pm BST kick-off time, and sweltering heat to match.

Hurricane season runs in Florida from June until November, however, that is not expected to be a problem until later in the year.

'Extreme heat' forecast for Miami on day of England vs Norway

A thunderstorm at the Estadio Azteca

Storms delayed England's match against Mexico at the Azteca (Image credit: Getty Images)

England face a serious Norway side in their quarter-final clash this evening, with both eyeing a place in the World Cup semi-final.

As the Three Lions prepare for their strongest opponent yet, their preparation could be halted by another adversary: the weather.

A view of the downpour after a weather delay during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Iraq. (Photo by Abdulhamid Hosbas/Anadolu via Getty Images)

Weather has been an issue at the 2026 World Cup. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Lightning was forecast for the afternoon in Miami, however, that is no longer expected to be an issue, keeping fears of a delayed kick-off at bay for Thomas Tuchel's men.

If lightning does occur, protocol dictates that any lightning strikes within eight miles of the Hard Rock Stadium would trigger at minimum a 30-minute delay.

In that scenario, the delay is re-triggered at the next sound of lightning, with fans and staff sheltering in safe locations.

By 10pm BST, forecasts believe the storm will have passed, leaving the Three Lions sunny skies to play in: and breath-taking heat.

Temperatures are still poised to hit around 32-33C, with a real feel of 44C and humidity between 60 and 65%.

Anthony Gordon #18, Jason Steele and John Stones #5 of England arrive at the stadium before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. (Photo by Julian Finney - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

England players arrive at the Azteca in Mexico City in the rain. (Image credit: Getty Images)

There remains a possibility that these forecasts will shift just before kick-off, due to the volatile nature of weather systems.

It will, at the very least, be extraordinarily hot for both nations to play in, and this part of the world is among the more volatile for weather forecasts globally.

The good news for England is that they're playing opposition from one of the only countries left in the tournament that endures even chillier weather than the UK, so the struggles will be shared.

Ryan Gray
Freelance Writer

Ryan Gray is a freelance writer, covering mainly travel and occasionally sport. He previously spent two years as Sports Editor at the Watford Observer before turning his hand to travel writing, with his work appearing in various national UK publications. He has gone from providing matchday commentary for Blyth Spartans to covering FA Cup and Euros finals, as well as interviewing the likes of Claudio Ranieri, Alan Shearer and Glenn Hoddle, among other big names. 

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