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What is the weather forecast for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort?
The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort could be another wet weekend for Formula 1 in 2023. As the event has got closer, the chance of rain during the Dutch GP weekend has increased. It won't be the hottest weekend either, and this could create a new challenge for the teams and drivers.
Rain has hit the last seven Grands Prix weekend, playing a major part on Saturday in Montreal, Spielberg and Silverstone. It also rained during the Grand Prix in Monaco and at various points in Barcelona. Rain fell on the Friday of the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend, but it stayed away from the meaningful sessions. And the Belgian Grand Prix lived up to its recent reputation with a mix of wet/dry conditions.
What is the weather forecast for the Dutch Grand Prix weekend?
According to weather.com, all three days are very similar, with showers or light rain predicted. On Friday, teams and drivers will make their first on-track appearance following the sport's traditional summer break period. During the day, there is a 49% chance of rain in the form of showers. It's also the hottest day at 20c. It will be partly cloudy, with some light winds forecast. The rain is forecast to increase overnight, meaning any rubber that does get laid will be washed away. On Saturday, the temperature drops to 19c, and the risk of showers remains. There is a 76% chance of rain.
On Sunday, the temperature is predicted to be exactly the same. More persistent light rain is on the forecast. There is a 78% chance of afternoon daytime. Click here to see the exact session times for the weekend.