The Alabama Crimson Tide travel to Nashville, Tennessee, to meet the Vanderbilt Commodores on Saturday, November 14, at FirstBank Stadium. Kickoff is set for 11:45 a.m., an early start that means fans will be watching the game in the cool of the morning.
Official forecast
The National Weather Service predicts widespread frost before 8 a.m. on Saturday, followed by sunny skies and a high near 51 °F. A light north‑northwest wind around 5 mph will keep the air brisk. Saturday night will see additional frost after 11 p.m., with clear skies and a low around 29 °F. Sunday’s outlook remains chilly, with a high near 54 °F and mostly sunny conditions.
Hour‑by‑hour temperatures
Below is the hourly forecast for the stadium area on game day:
- 5 a.m. – Clear, 33 °F (feels like 28 °F)
- 6 a.m. – Clear, 32 °F (feels like 28 °F)
- 7 a.m. – Clear, 32 °F (feels like 28 °F)
- 8 a.m. – Sunny, 36 °F (feels like 32 °F)
- 9 a.m. – Sunny, 40 °F (feels like 37 °F)
- 10 a.m. – Sunny, 44 °F (feels like 42 °F)
- 11 a.m. – Sunny, 47 °F (feels like 46 °F)
- Noon – Sunny, 49 °F (feels like 48 °F)
- 1 p.m. – Sunny, 51 °F (feels like 50 °F)
- 2 p.m. – Sunny, 52 °F (feels like 51 °F)
- 3 p.m. – Sunny, 51 °F (feels like 50 °F)
- 4 p.m. – Sunny, 50 °F (feels like 49 °F)
- 5 p.m. – Clear, 46 °F (feels like 54 °F)
Even though the temperature will rise into the low‑50s by midday, the wind‑chill factor and early‑morning frost will make it feel colder, especially for fans arriving before kickoff.
What to wear
Fans should plan for layered clothing: a warm jacket or coat, a hat, gloves, and a scarf are advisable for the pre‑game period. As the sun climbs and temperatures inch upward, a lighter sweater or long‑sleeve shirt may become comfortable, but the wind‑chill will keep the air feeling cooler than the thermometer indicates.
Game‑day logistics
FirstBank Stadium offers ample parking and shuttle services for visitors. Arriving early not only secures a good spot but also allows fans to warm up before the game begins. Concessions will be open throughout the day, and many vendors will have hot beverages to help fend off the chill.
Roll Tide, and stay warm while cheering on the Crimson Tide in Nashville.
Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.
