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Bills vs Texans weather forecast for game conditions in Houston

Here's what to know about the weather in Houston during the Bills-Texans game.

The Buffalo Bills are set to face the Houston Texans in the opening game of the 2026 NFL season on Sunday, September 13th at NRG Stadium in Houston. Both teams are considered AFC contenders, making this a highly anticipated matchup for the start of the season. The game will be broadcast on local CBS affiliates and streamed on Paramount+.

Weather conditions are expected to be warm for the game, with temperatures reaching the low 90s. The National Weather Service in Houston predicts a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms after kickoff time. The AccuWeather forecast predicts temperatures to be 93 degrees and partly sunny at kickoff time. There is also a possibility of thunderstorms in other areas of the region.

The forecast suggests that Reliant Stadium's retractable roof is likely to remain closed, reducing the impact of weather on game conditions. Buffalo is favored by 1.5 points, and the over/under for the total points scored is set at 44.5. The game features Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen, who leads the league in passing yards, and Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, who was named the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year in 2022. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET.

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