Severe weather interrupted the nonconference college football game between Arizona State and Hawaii at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on October 10, 2026.
Thunderstorms moved into the area during halftime, delaying the start of the second half. No confirmed restart time was provided.
Rain began falling shortly before kickoff as weather conditions linked to Tropical Storm Rachel affected the region.
Weather Conditions and Forecast
Showers passed through Tempe early in the afternoon but ended well before stadium gates opened at 6 p.
m. local time.
The forecast called for a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 5 p. m.
and continuing into the night.
Temperatures were expected to reach 92 degrees with southerly winds around 5 mph, while a wind advisory remained in effect.
The October 10-11 period was identified as the strongest window for severe thunderstorms in the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Tropical Storm Rachel was cited as a contributing factor in the windstorms and scattered thunderstorms affecting the region.
The interruption recalled an earlier weather-related stoppage at Arizona State's home stadium.
The program's last home game affected by weather was the 2023 season opener against Southern Utah, which was interrupted at halftime by a haboob, a powerful dust storm.
Team Form and Key Players
Both programs entered the matchup seeking to recover from recent losses.
Arizona State held a 2-2 record after falling 55-19 to Baylor, while Hawaii arrived at 1-4 following a 20-16 defeat against San Jose State.
Arizona State's offense was led by quarterback Cutter Boley, who had thrown for 304 yards and one touchdown against Baylor.
Wide receiver Reed Harris recorded 125 receiving yards on seven catches in that game.
Hawaii quarterback Micah Alejado produced 341 passing yards and one touchdown against San Jose State.
Wide receiver Devin Alves added 121 receiving yards and a touchdown, providing the Rainbow Warriors with notable offensive production despite their narrow defeat.
Defensive consistency remained a concern for both teams entering the matchup.
Arizona State had allowed an average of 31.8 points per game, while Hawaii had conceded 24.8 points per game.
Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham was seeking a response from his team following the loss to Baylor.
Hawaii, coached by Timmy Chang, entered the contest having lost two consecutive games.
Before the weather delay, the game was scheduled for a 7:30 p. m.
Mountain Standard Time kickoff and national television coverage on FS1.
Arizona State's radio broadcast was listed on ESPN 620 AM, while Hawaii's broadcast was available through ESPN Honolulu on 1500 AM and 92.7 FM.
