UFC's long-awaited Washington D.C. takeover has experienced some inclement weather over the past few days, and Sunday night's event from the White House South Lawn might encounter the same event-altering conditions.

As of Saturday morning, the weather looks like it might present serious issues for Sunday's Freedom 250 card. Per the National Weather Service, Washington D.C. is expected to see a high of 91 degrees with humidity making it feel like 100 degrees. Thunderstorms are expected in the early afternoon between 4-5 p.m. ET, the early evening, and again before midnight. The chance of precipitation in the afternoon is 60%, with winds reaching up to 22 mph.

The main card, featuring two title fights, is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. After 5 p.m., showers are "likely" alongside a possibility of a thunderstorm.

Will the UFC Cancel?

Unlikely. The space in front of the White House features a 92-foot canopy that can shield the cage from rain. UFC chief content officer Craig Borsari told Fox Sports the event would continue even if "light to maybe moderate rain" began falling.

High winds and lightning within eight miles of the event will cause a delay. Dana White said this week, "Lightning is the only thing. We'd have to wait it out and then do the fight."

More Than Just Weather

Event planning has not been smooth. The promotion has faced federal lawsuits, pesky gnats, canceled musical performances, and construction of "The Claw." The weather is now the greatest obstacle.

The Big Number

Over $60 million. That is how much the event has cost to put together. The UFC typically spends $2 million to $3 million on its marquee events.

Do not miss UFC Freedom 250 on June 14.

UFC Freedom 250 Fight Card

Lightweight Title: Ilia Topuria (c) vs. Justin Gaethje

Heavyweight Interim Title: Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane

Bantamweight: Sean O'Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi

Heavyweight: Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis

Lightweight: Maurício Ruffy vs. Michael Chandler

Middleweight: Bo Nickal vs. Kyle Daukaus

Featherweight: Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia