The summer break is officially over, and Formula 1 is gearing up for the Dutch GP in Zandvoort. Max Verstappen and his competitors are kicking off the second half of the season on Dutch soil. While earlier this week we were dealing with summery temperatures and plenty of sunshine, the Grand Prix weekend seems to be plagued by heavy rainfall. Here is the complete weather forecast for the GP in Zandvoort!
This is not the first time that rain has played a role during the Dutch GP. In 2023, the race was temporarily halted due to heavy showers, and last year too, it was already raining hard on Friday, accompanied by strong winds. During the upcoming and penultimate edition, fans would do well to bring their raincoats again; significant precipitation is expected throughout the weekend.
Weather Forecast for GP Zandvoort
On Friday, when the first free practice sessions are held, the temperature is expected to drop to around 20 degrees Celsius. A strong southwest wind is predicted, which could potentially affect the drivers on the track. Moreover, rain is forecasted for the entire day – the current chance of precipitation is around 80 percent.
Saturday sees the final free practice and the qualification on the schedule. As of now, this appears to be the wettest day of the weekend. The temperature in Zandvoort will remain around 20 degrees, with a 95 percent chance of rain. Up to 11 millimeters of rain is predicted. On Sunday, when the race starts promptly at 15:00 UTC in Zandvoort, the weather forecast remains intriguing. The drivers will also have to contend with Dutch downpours – the current chance of precipitation is 95 percent.
