Tough Weather Ahead for France - Morocco Clash

The quarter-final clash between France and Morocco at the World Cup tonight is currently not threatened by storms. The "Roosters" (French national team) already faced difficulties against Iraq in the group stage when the second half of their match was delayed by two hours due to adverse weather conditions.

Nevertheless, at 4:00 PM local time in Foxborough (11:00 PM Bulgarian time), when the whistle is set to blow, temperatures are expected to reach 31°C.

Didier Deschamps' squad has already familiarized themselves with the venue, having defeated Norway (4-1) in their third group stage match at the same stadium. This time, however, the meteorological conditions will be more challenging than two weeks ago, when the temperature was 24°C.

According to the National Weather Service, the forecast calls for sunny skies with light cloud cover, and temperatures are predicted to hit 31°C. The temperature is expected to drop slightly as the match progresses. Despite this, no thunderstorms are anticipated, although there is a possibility of rain later in the evening.

The intense heat will be coupled with a very high UV index, rated at 9 on a scale of 1 to 11. At such levels, it's generally advised to avoid prolonged outdoor exposure if possible, or at least to apply sunscreen regularly, as sunburn can occur in as little as twenty minutes. This is a significant factor to consider, as both the French and Moroccan teams will be playing for over ninety minutes, not including any potential extra time.

A high percentage of humidity is also expected. Between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM, it will increase from 57% to 82%, rising throughout the game. At the same temperature, increased humidity makes the heat more difficult to bear, creating a sensation of heaviness and increasing perspiration, thereby raising the potential for dehydration. These are conditions the "Roosters" have already encountered against Paraguay.

On that day, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, the thermometer registered nearly 37°C with humidity ranging between 36% and 72%. As an added challenge, there was also a risk of thunderstorms and rain.