Getting ready for the World Cup in Texas? Expect a serious summer heatwave.

The World Cup kicks off soon in the U. S. , and Texas is rolling out the welcome mat with some of the hottest weather of the year. Weather experts say a big heatwave will blanket much of the central U. S. starting Tuesday, pushing temperatures up right as the tournament begins. By Thursday, when the first match in Texas hits the field in Dallas, Houston will also be feeling the burn. International visitors used to milder climates might find Texas this time of year surprisingly intense. Early summer heat can hit harder than later in the season because people haven’t fully adjusted yet, according to weather officials.Dallas is gearing up for a spike in temperature before the games begin. Forecasts currently predict nearly 100°F on June 13, but luckily, game day on June 14 looks slightly less extreme. Still, the forecast can shift—weather never stays perfectly predictable. At least fans at AT&T Stadium can catch a break inside the air-conditioned venue. Houston’s experience will be similar, with highs in the upper 90s on June 13 before the games start. The next day, the heat will ease a bit, but humidity from the Gulf Coast will make it feel just as tough. Both stadiums hosting World Cup matches in Texas have climate control, which is a major comfort for players and spectators alike. Yet the real challenge is outside the venues, where the sun doesn’t take a break. Heat-related illnesses rise during early-season peaks like this because bodies aren’t yet used to the intensity. Locals might handle it fine, but tourists should prepare. Hydration, shade, and timing activities around the hottest parts of the day are smart moves.