Heat analysis reveals extreme conditions at World Cup matches in Miami, Monterrey
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Two World Cup matches were played in severe heat this month, according to an analysis by The Guardian. The games, featuring Saudi Arabia against Uruguay in Miami and Sweden versus Tunisia in Monterrey, had wet-bulb temperatures of 28°C (82°F) or above. The analysis revealed that six matches took place in similarly high temperatures, despite air conditioning alleviating conditions inside some stadiums. Record heat caused concern for players and fans alike, prompting FIFA to implement later kick-off times and mandatory water breaks.
- •Two matches were identified with severe heat conditions.
- •Saudi Arabia v Uruguay had the highest heat levels.
- •FIFA rescheduled kick-offs and mandated water breaks.
- •Six matches were played in conditions exceeding 28°C.
- •Experts recommend additional protections for players and fans.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Two World Cup matches were played in ‘severe heat’, analysis finds
- 12:30 PMThe Guardian Sport — Two World Cup matches were played in ‘severe heat’, analysis finds
"Games in Miami and Monterrey were at heat level a players’ union had warned in the past should trigger delays Two of the first round of matches at the World Cup were played at a level of severe heat that a football players’ union has previously said should trigger the delay or postponement of games, a Guardian analysis has found. A further four games were played in cities with temperatures also beyond that level of heat, though conditions inside the stadiums were mitigated by air conditioning. Continue reading...
"Games in Miami and Monterrey were at heat level a players’ union had warned in the past should trigger delays
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 12:30 PMTwo World Cup matches were played in ‘severe heat’, analysis finds
Games in Miami and Monterrey were at heat level a players’ union had warned in the past should trigger delays
- The Guardian SportJun 19, 2026, 12:30 PMTwo World Cup matches were played in ‘severe heat’, analysis finds
Games in Miami and Monterrey were at heat level a players’ union had warned in the past should trigger delays Two of the first round of matches at the World Cup were played at a level of severe heat that a football players’ union has previously said should trigger the delay or postponement of games, a Guardian analysis has found. A further four games were played in cities with temperatures also beyond that level of heat, though conditions inside the stadiums were mitigated by air conditioning. Continue reading...
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