Mexican GP forecast: Will the weather impact the title fight?

The Mexico City race never fails to live up to expectations, and this year’s edition could carry even greater significance with the championship battle heating up. This year’s event is scheduled from the 24th to the 26th of October.

However, ahead of the race, let’s take a look at what the weather could be like for the weekend.

The weather for the first day of on-track action is expected to be partly cloudy, with temperatures reaching a high of 25°C and wind speeds between 10 and 15 km/h. Humidity throughout the day at the Mexican circuit is forecast to be around 44%, with zero chance of rain.

Saturday, which will feature Free Practice 3 and the first competitive session of the weekend – qualifying, is predicted to unfold under similar conditions to Friday. The temperature is expected to reach a high of 26°C, with winds between 15 and 25 km/h. Humidity is forecast to be around 39%, in what is generally expected to be a clear, sunny day.

Race Sunday is expected to come with a slight twist, as the weather is forecast to be partly cloudy. Temperatures are predicted to reach a high of 26°C, with winds between 15 and 25 km/h and humidity at 35%.

Friday, 24 October: FP1: 19:30 - 20:30 BST (12:30 - 13:30 local time) FP2: 23:00 - 0:00 BST (16:00 - 17:00 local time)

Saturday, 25 October: FP3: 18:30 - 19:30 BST (11:30 - 12:30 local time)Qualifying: 22:00 - 23:00 BST (15:00 - 16:00 local time)

Sunday, 26 October: Race: 20:00 - 22:00 BST (14:00 - 16:00 local time)

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