Real-Time Weather Alerts
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- Lightning detection within multiple radii distances
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WEATHERSTEM CASE STUDY · PROFESSIONAL SPORTS
Zero Rainouts: How the Tampa Bay Rays Weathered Their First Outdoor Season
The Rays became the only MLB team outside the Western US to finish their 2025 home season without a single complete rain-out, playing every game under open Florida skies.
Weatherstem client
0Rain-outs
2025Outdoor season
GMS FieldNo roof · Tampa, FL
Text · Call · VideoMeteorologist access
The challenge
A domed team, suddenly playing outdoors in Florida's wet season
Hurricane Milton destroyed Tropicana Field's roof in October 2024, forcing the Rays to play their 2025 season outdoors at George M. Steinbrenner (GMS) Field.
With no roof overhead, the team was exposed to weather delays during Florida's wet season, which overlaps with much of the MLB schedule. Afternoon thunderstorms, lightning and dangerous heat became game-day variables the team never faced under a dome.
The solution
Real-time data plus a meteorologist on the line
On-Call Meteorologists
Expert guidance by text, phone or video call to evaluate weather alerts and talk through potential rain delays, both during active weather and in advance of events.
The results
A full home season with no rain-outs
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Zero rain-outs achieved
The Rays became the only non-West Coast MLB team to complete their home season without a single rain-out.
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Enhanced safety and preparedness
Weatherstem's monitoring and expert guidance supported data-driven decisions that kept players, staff and fans safe while weather events were managed proactively.
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Operational excellence
The partnership let the Rays navigate Florida's summer storms with confidence, turning a potential operational nightmare into a success story.
The impact
Outdoor baseball, without the guesswork
Weatherstem's advanced weather monitoring technology and experienced meteorologist advice helped the Rays prevent rain-outs during their challenging transition to outdoor baseball in Florida's unpredictable climate.
At a glance
- Client
- Tampa Bay Rays (MLB)
- Venue
- George M. Steinbrenner Field, Tampa, FL
- Season
- 2025 home season, played outdoors
- Weatherstem services
- Real-time weather alerts
On-call meteorologists - Outcome
- Zero rain-outs
Working with Weatherstem this year was a game changer for us. Having an on-call meteorologist really helped us navigate the challenging Florida summer storms. I highly recommend their services as they prepared us each and every game.
Eric WeisbergVice President, Fan Experience, Tampa Bay Rays
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