Forecasters said temperatures are expected to fall into the 40s under sunny but windy conditions before winds gradually ease later in the evening.
Weather conditions could play a noticeable role in Tuesday's home opener for the Harrisburg Senators at FNB Field, with cold, dry air expected to limit how far the ball carries despite strong wind s that may provide some help to hitters.
Forecasters said temperatures are expected to fall into the 40s under sunny but windy conditions before winds gradually ease later in the evening.Weather factors can affect a baseball's flightSeveral weather factors can affect baseball flight, including temperature, humidity and wind. The colder air expected for the game is denser, which makes it more difficult for baseballs to travel long distances.Low humidity is also expected to work against hitters. While it may seem counterintuitive, more humid air is less dense than dry air. Because the air mass over the region is both cold and dry, it is expected to create conditions that suppress home run potential.Still, the northwest wind could offset some of those effects. Gusts of 25 to 30 mph are expected, and that wind may help carry balls farther than they otherwise would in such dense air.Mixed outlook for hittersThe combination leaves a mixed outlook for hitters, with cold and dry conditions working against long fly balls while strong winds could provide a boost.
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