BREAKING: F1 2025 Japanese Grand Prix Weather Forecast for Sunday Race show possible…read more
BREAKING: F1 2025 Japanese Grand Prix Weather Forecast for Sunday Race show possible…read more
Formula 1 roars back into action this weekend after a two-week break, returning to the legendary Suzuka Circuit for the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix. McLaren arrives in Japan with momentum, having extended their winning streak in China, where Oscar Piastri secured his first victory of the season ahead of teammate Lando Norris. However, Ferrari grabbed headlines for all the wrong reasons, with both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc disqualified in Shanghai due to technical infringements Hamilton for excessive plank wear, and Leclerc for an underweight car.
Adding to the excitement, Yuki Tsunoda will make his highly anticipated Red Bull debut on home soil, replacing Liam Lawson in a mid-season driver swap.
But while the track action promises drama, the weather might play an even bigger role this weekend.
Japanese Grand Prix Race Day Forecast
Lights out is set for 2 PM local time, and Sunday is expected to be the warmest day of the weekend with temperatures reaching around 18°C. However, it also comes with a high likelihood of rain — the most significant risk of precipitation across the event.
A 55% chance of rain looms over race day, with scattered showers expected to begin in the morning and potentially reappearing an hour into the race. The track could already be damp by the time the race starts, forcing teams to adapt quickly. Intermittent sunshine and variable cloud cover will make tyre strategy and timing crucial, with mixed conditions expected throughout the race.
Wind speeds are forecast to drop to around 9 km/h, which could help prevent the grass fires seen earlier in the weekend from returning.
With unpredictable conditions and a wet race on the cards, fans could be in for a thrilling showdown at Suzuka. Will Ferrari recover from their recent setbacks, or can McLaren solidify their dominance? One thing is certain — the weather could be the ultimate wildcard in Japan.
