What is the weather forecast for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?
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The final race of the season is upon us. The 2024 Formula 1 season will come to an epic conclusion in Abu Dhabi at the Yas Marina Circuit. Last weekend, we had warm and dry conditions in Qatar. Teams and drivers will be expecting a similar weather in the Middle East this weekend.
What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?
A dusk-to-night race awaits us this weekend, and the conditions at the Yas Marina Circuit will pose a similar challenge to Qatar for all 10 Formula 1 teams.
On Friday, the temperature was 2 degrees Celcius throughout the day. These conditions, which teams faced, were the warmest of the weekend. In the evening, conditions are around 22 degrees.
On Saturday, we can expect similar conditions. For FP3, temperatures of around 28 degrees Celsius are forecast, with wind speeds of around 16mph. Temperatures will drop to about 18 degrees Celcius in the evening, with just a 5% chance of rain. Teams will have to battle with high humidity throughout the weekend, however. It's expected to be 74% on Saturday evening.
On Sunday, it is estimated the temperature will be three degrees Celcius cooler than the previous day. According to the forecast, it will be around 15 degrees Celcius conditions. There will once again be an insignificant 1% chance of rain for Sunday evening.
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