Formula 1 moves on to the Suzuka Circuit this weekend for the Japanese Grand Prix – but what kind of weather conditions are in store for the drivers and teams?
It looks set to be a dry and clear start to the event, with no rainfall currently forecast when the action begins.
However, Sunday could prove to be a cloudier day and there is the possibility of showers falling at Suzuka.
Scroll down for a more detailed look at the forecast for the Japanese Grand Prix.
FRIDAY, MARCH 27 – FP1 AND FP2
Conditions: Expect mild and clear weather. Temperatures will range from a chilly 4°C in the morning to a comfortable 18°C at peak, with light breezes averaging around 8 km/h and occasional gusts up to 29 km/h. No rainfall is expected, ensuring dry track conditions throughout the day.
Maximum temperature expected: 18 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 4.25 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%
SATURDAY, MARCH 28 – FP3 AND QUALIFYING
Conditions: Saturday will be favourable. Temperatures will range from about 6°C in the morning to a maximum of 17°C during the day, with a brisk track temperature of 37°C. Winds will be light to moderate, averaging around 6 km/h, with gusts up to 25 km/h. No precipitation is expected.
Maximum temperature expected: 17 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 6.13 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%
SUNDAY, MARCH 29 – RACE
Conditions: The weather looks generally favourable for racing. Expect temperatures from 9°C to 18°C, with a high track temperature of 36°C. Conditions will be partly cloudy with a 25% chance of precipitation, and light to moderate winds peaking at 10 km/h. Humidity is relatively high at 80%, but overall it should be manageable for drivers and spectators.
Maximum temperature expected: 18 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 9 Celsius
Chance of rain: 25%
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