Suzuka 2026 Grand Prix: Weekend Weather Preview
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.
Formula 1 arrives at Suzuka for the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix. The weekend looks to start dry and clear, though Sunday may become cloudier with a small chance of showers. Below is the detailed forecast for each day.
FRIDAY, MARCH 27 – FP1 & FP2
Conditions: Mild and clear. Morning lows around 4°C, rising to a daytime high near 18°C. Light breezes average about 8 km/h with occasional gusts to 29 km/h. No rain expected, so the track should remain dry throughout the day.
- Maximum temperature expected: 18°C
- Minimum temperature expected: 4.25°C
- Chance of rain: 0%
SATURDAY, MARCH 28 – FP3 & QUALIFYING
Conditions: Favourable conditions for running. Temperatures from roughly 6°C in the morning to a daytime high near 17°C. Track temperature is likely to reach about 37°C. Winds light to moderate, averaging 6 km/h with gusts up to 25 km/h. No precipitation expected.
- Maximum temperature expected: 17°C
- Minimum temperature expected: 6.13°C
- Chance of rain: 0%
SUNDAY, MARCH 29 – RACE
Conditions: Generally suitable for racing but cloudier than earlier in the weekend. Temperatures between about 9°C and 18°C, with track temperatures around 36°C. Partly cloudy skies and a modest 25% chance of showers. Winds remain light to moderate, peaking near 10 km/h, and humidity is relatively high (around 80%). Teams should prepare for possible wet conditions, though rain is not guaranteed.
- Maximum temperature expected: 18°C
- Minimum temperature expected: 9°C
- Chance of rain: 25%
Sports World Zone Staff
Writing on Formula 1
