F1 drivers to face new challenge according to Malaysia weather forecast

Because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East involving the US, Israel, and Iran, the Bahrain Grand Prix could not take place in April. Instead of travelling to Sakhir, the event will now be held on the other side of the Asian continent in Sepang, Malaysia, approximately 6,000 kilometres away from the original location.

The Sepang International Circuit has hosted many memorable wet races in the past, and it is possible that the first wet Grand Prix of the season will also take place in Malaysia this year. The closest the championship came to a wet race was in Canada, but McLaren's gamble to start on the intermediate tyres turned out to be the wrong call.

Thunderstorms could take over the upcoming Formula 1 race weekend. On Friday, there is a 58% chance of rain during the day, according to The Weather Channel. However, it will certainly not be cold in Malaysia, with temperatures expected to reach 32°C on the first day.

The highest chance of rain will be on Saturday, reaching 67%. Temperatures are once again expected to reach 32°C, with light winds.

For Sunday's Grand Prix, there is a 56% chance of rain, while temperatures are also expected to reach 32°C on the final day of the weekend.

Franco Colapinto will have a five-place grid penalty for the upcoming race. The Argentinian driver caused a collision at Turn 1 during the first Safety Car restart, eliminating Pierre Gasly and Lando Norris from the race.

Because the Alpine driver could not serve his 10-second time penalty on Saturday, it will be converted into a five-place grid penalty for the upcoming weekend.