Rain delays are only temporary, or at least we hope as much. The White Sox and Royals had to wait a long time — some might argue too long given the weather expectations — but the rain wouldn't stop at Kauffman Stadium.
The Royals took two out of the first three games at home, with identical 2-0 scorelines across all the contests. Impressive outings by Kris Bubic and Erick Fedde made all the difference. However, if the Royals hope to achieve a series win, they'll need some help from the bullpen given the long three-hour delay few expected in KC. FanSided will keep you up to date with the latest start time information.
Royals vs White Sox rain delay updates and start time
- Game: Royals vs White Sox
- Date: April 12, 2026
- Scheduled start time: 2:05pm ET
- Delayed start time: "5pm hour"
Game alert: White Sox-Royals anticipated to start in the “5pm ET hour” on Sunday, per @Royals.
— Underdog MLB (@UnderdogMLB) April 12, 2026
Kauffman Stadium is doused in rain, so it will take some time for the grounds crew to clear the field and the tarp for that matter. As of this writing, no start time has been announced, but it's a good sign these division rivals didn't outright cancel the game itself. Considering the number of times division opponents play each season, the Royals and White Sox could easily schedule a double-header the next time they face off in Kansas City.
Royals vs White Sox weather report: When will rain stop in Kansas City?
The good news for Royals and White Sox fans is that the rain is supposed to stop shortly. Sure, the start time is delayed, but they should be able to get the game in at some point on Sunday as to avoid rescheduling it at a later date.
Hour | Chance of rain |
|---|---|
1pm ET | 80% |
2pm ET | 100% |
3pm ET | 18% |
4pm ET | 15% |
5pm ET | 15% |
6pm ET | 3% |
The 3pm ET hour seems like the sweet spot, if we're going to predict when the rain stops. However, I am not a meteorologist. The weather can change at any moment.