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Dry, chilly weather forecast in Philadelphia for 119th Army vs. Navy game

One of the most celebrated events in college athletics will take place on Saturday as the Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen play their annual football game in Philadelphia.

The rivalry game is played at Lincoln Financial Field, home of the Philadelphia Eagles. It's the 119th meeting of the two teams.

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It will be a cold but dry and sunny day on Saturday with a high near the 36-degree F mark.

Tailgaters will enjoy dry, calm skies but will need to dress appropriately for spending extended time outdoors.

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Navy tight end Tre Walker rushes for a touchdown in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Tulsa, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Annapolis, Md. Navy won 37-29. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Fans should head into the stadium with coats, hats and gloves. With clear skies, AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures will hover in the upper 20s during the game, which kicks off at 3 p.m. EST.

There is an outside chance an impending winter storm could sweep up the East Coast, but the game should be in the clear. Fans flying from major hubs along the Southeast may face delays, especially in Atlanta.