Bad weather expected for Mississippi State vs Alabama on October 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

The Week 5 college football matchup between Mississippi State and Alabama is set for October 3 at 11 a.m. CT at Davis Wade Stadium. Rain and thunderstorms are forecasted, with a 97% chance of precipitation during the game. Winds are predicted at 7 mph, and temperatures could reach a high of 86 degrees. Sources indicate a lightning delay remains a possibility as teams prepare for the contest.
- •Mississippi State hosts Alabama in Starkville on October 3.
- •Both teams enter the game with 4-0 records and 2-0 in SEC play.
- •AccuWeather forecasts a high chance of rain and thunderstorms during the game.
- •Kickoff is scheduled for 11 a.m. CT, broadcast on ABC.
- •Lightning delays could potentially affect the game's schedule.
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Rain, storms forecast for Mississippi State vs Alabama. When will bad weather arrive?
"It could rain and storm during Mississippi State football's home game against Alabama. Here's the latest weather forecast for Starkville.
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