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NFL divisional playoffs: Frigid conditions in store for AFC matchups in Kansas City, New England

The second round of the NFL's postseason will get underway this weekend, with four games taking place across the country and dealing with various weather conditions.

Three of the four games will take place outdoors, while only one, the Sunday evening game between the Philadelphia Eagles and New Orleans Saints, will take place in a dome.

Here is a detailed look at the forecasts for this weekend's games as the playoff field gets cuts in half from eight teams to four.

Indianapolis Colts at Kansas City Chiefs - 4:35 p.m. EST Saturday

Colts Chiefs Jan 12
Colts Chiefs Jan 12

More snow is in store for Kansas City on Saturday as a large winter storm affects the Central states.

Light snow can linger in the area throughout the Colts and Chiefs game at Arrowhead Stadium, according to AccuWeather Meteorologist Bill Deger.

While the heaviest snow will have ended by the time the game starts, people getting to and from the stadium can face travel difficulties on the roadways.

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colts chiefs split image

At left, in a Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes against the Oakland Raiders during an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif. At right , also in a Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) throws a pass against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. The Colts play the Chiefs in a divisional playoff game on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019. (AP Photo/File)

"For fans traveling to Kansas City, roadways can remain treacherous and snow covered," AccuWeather Meteorologist Renee Duff said.

Temperatures during the game will largely be in the lower to middle 30s, with RealFeel® Temperatures also running in the lower 20s.

Winds are expected to be between 6 and 12 mph and shouldn't cause any significant impacts to the game.

Dallas Cowboys at Los Angeles Rams - 8:15 p.m. EST Saturday

Cowboys Rams Jan 12
Cowboys Rams Jan 12

Steady rain will move across the Los Angeles metro area through Saturday morning, but a spotty shower can linger during the afternoon hours, mainly prior to kickoff for pre-game tailgates and warmups.

"For pre-game tailgates, temperatures will be mostly in the 50s," Deger said. "Temperatures may rise into the lower 60s just before kickoff, then temperatures will fall back through the 50s during the game."

"The wind will be pretty calm as well," he added.

Los Angeles Chargers at New England Patriots - 1:05 p.m. EST Sunday

Pats Chargers Jan 12
Pats Chargers Jan 12

A bitterly cold and dry afternoon is forecast in Foxborough, Massachusetts, as the Chargers and Patriots play to secure a berth in next week's AFC title game.

"Temperatures will start in the teens and lower 20s F during the morning hours for pre-game tailgates," Duff said. "Temperatures will rise to only around 26 F for kickoff and will hover around this mark throughout the game."

AccuWeather meteorologists expect a snowstorm moving through the mid-Atlantic on Sunday to stay well south of the area.

Philadelphia Eagles at New Orleans Saints - 4:40 p.m. EST Sunday

Late game Jan 12
Late game Jan 12

Eagles and Saints fans spending time outdoors before heading into the Mercedes-Benz Superdome will experience cool, dry weather.

A mostly sunny sky will prevail throughout the day with temperatures hovering in the middle 50s F throughout the afternoon and evening. Fans may want to bring a jacket with them for when they travel home after the game.

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