The first triple-header of the season is drawing to a close – Max Verstappen and his team are gearing up for the Grand Prix of Great Britain, the final race in the European trilogy. While the Dutchman hopes for a flawless race and the maximum number of points, the weather forecast could throw a spanner in the works – check out the predictions for the GP of Great Britain here!
At the Red Bull Ring, spectators were treated to a thrilling spectacle. Temperatures soared above thirty degrees Celsius, creating a summer party atmosphere in Austria. However, the scene at Silverstone is set to be quite different. The weather forecast for the Grand Prix of Great Britain is quintessentially British; grey with a high chance of rain. Should Formula 1 be concerned?
Weather Forecast for the GP of Great Britain
On Friday, the free practice sessions are expected to be a washout. The first sessions on the British asphalt will likely require intermediates or full wet tires. The temperature on the opening day in England is set to be around eighteen degrees Celsius, with a maximum of one hour of sunshine. The chance of precipitation currently stands at a whopping 95%. Heavy rain showers are expected to blow in from the west.
Some rain is also forecasted for the final practice on Saturday, with a 70% chance of a shower. However, the qualification round is expected to remain dry, with the possibility of some sunshine, although the temperature is not expected to exceed seventeen degrees. Sunday’s weather remains unpredictable; during the Grand Prix, it will again be around seventeen degrees with occasional sunshine. The conditions are far from perfect. Short showers are also predicted, which could make the race quite challenging for the drivers.
