The 2026 Formula 1 season continues this weekend with the Spanish Grand Prix, taking place at the newly-built Madring in the nation's capital – but what kind of weather conditions are in store for the drivers and teams?
It currently looks like it'll be another warm and dry event, similar to the previous round held in Italy, with temperatures set to peak at 32C.
In good news for the teams, they won't have to face the challenge of any rain to complicate the circuit's debut, as the likelihood stands at a consistent 0% throughout the weekend.
Scroll down for a more detailed look at the forecast for the Spanish Grand Prix.
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2026 Spanish Grand Prix weekend weather forecast
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 – FP1 AND FP2
Conditions: The weather looks favourable with no precipitation expected. Temperatures will range from a cool 14C in the morning to a warm 30C in the afternoon, with track temperatures peaking near 49C. Winds will be light to moderate, averaging 9 kph with occasional gusts up to around 30 kph. Clear and dry conditions are anticipated, ideal for racing.
Maximum temperature expected: 30 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 14 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 – FP3 AND QUALIFYING
Conditions: Temperatures will range from 16C in the morning to 31C during the day, with track temperatures peaking around 50-51C. Winds will be light to moderate, averaging 8-9 kph again and gusting up to 25 kph. Clear skies and a 0% chance of precipitation ensure uninterrupted race conditions, though will have to monitor heat index trends throughout the day as they may approach hazardous thresholds of 31C.
Maximum temperature expected: 31 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 16 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 – RACE
Conditions: With no precipitation forecast and clear skies throughout the day, temperatures will range from a comfortable 17C in the morning to a high of 32C. Light winds averaging 7-8 kph and a maximum track temperature of 53C will contribute to a warm yet manageable race environment. Heat indices will need to be monitored as they will again approach hazardous thresholds of 31C during the afternoon.
Maximum temperature expected: 32 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 17 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%

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