F1 Qatar GP forecast: How the weather could spice up Sunday’s race

This year’s Qatar Grand Prix carries huge significance for the 2025 championship, as it is certain to play a major role in the title decider, especially following the post-race chaos in Las Vegas.

The 5.419 km circuit has often seen the Drivers’ Championship decided, with Max Verstappen winning his 2023 crown at Lusail. However, while the circuit is synonymous with crowning F1 champions, it is also known for its harsh heat and aggressive tyre wear, which often prove decisive for race execution.

With the 2025 edition of the Grand Prix set to take place between November 28 and 30, here is the full weather forecast for the Lusail race.

Friday marks the start of on-track action in Qatar and is expected to be largely dry and sunny, with a zero percent chance of rain.

Winds are expected to be moderately light, with temperatures for the only practice session of the weekend ranging between 25–26°C. Sprint qualifying is forecasted to be slightly cooler, with temperatures around 22°C.

Saturday, which will feature the Sprint race and subsequent qualifying, is also expected to have zero chance of rain.

Temperatures for the Sprint race are forecasted to be around 25°C, while qualifying is expected to be about 21°C. The overall daily high temperature is predicted to reach 28°C.

Grand Prix Sunday is expected to be another dry day, with winds slightly north-easterly, as on previous days.

Temperatures for the day are forecasted to range between 21–22°C, with an overall high of 27°C.

Below is a list of past winners of the Qatar Grand Prix:

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