Bengals host Tampa Bay Buccaneers during season opener at Paycor Stadium

The Cincinnati Bengals open their NFL season today at Paycor Stadium against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. While conditions will be mostly clear and balmy with temperatures in the mid-to-high 80s for much of the game, meteorologists anticipate potential weather shifts during the latter half of the contest. The National Weather Service of Wilmington has indicated a possibility of showers and thunderstorms developing between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. Spectators attending the game are advised to prepare for rain as some of these storms could become strong or severe. Forecasters note that the intensity and exact location of the precipitation remain uncertain, but warned of potential damaging winds and large hail in the vicinity. The game remains underway as planned despite the potential for adverse weather late in the afternoon.

• 1:41 PMYahoo Sports — Heading to Bengals' season opener? Be prepared for some afternoon rain