Italian Grand Prix: Monza Set for Dry Race Weekend, Rain Worries Dismissed
Summary
Monza is set for a dry Italian Grand Prix weekend, with no rain expected. Teams and drivers can focus on optimal performance on the high-speed circuit without wet weather concerns.
Why it matters:
Teams and drivers can focus on pure performance at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza without the challenge of wet weather, a stark contrast to recent events like the Dutch Grand Prix. This ensures a consistent race strategy on the high-speed circuit.
The forecast:
- Friday: Practice sessions (FP1, FP2) will commence under cloudy skies at 25°C, transitioning to sunny conditions later at 27°C. Track temperatures are expected between 37-43°C. FP2 may experience wind gusts of 15-25 kph.
- Saturday: The final practice session (FP3) is forecast at 24°C, preceding qualifying at 26°C, both under cloudy conditions. Italy does not host a Sprint race.
- Sunday: Race day, starting at 15:00 local time, is predicted to be cloudier than Saturday, with temperatures around 27°C and track temperatures between 41-44°C. Crucially, a 0% chance of rain is forecast for the entire weekend.
What's next:
The Formula 1 season continues with Round 16 at the iconic Autodromo Nazionale Monza, promising a fast and dry Italian Grand Prix where teams can push their limits.
Original Article :https://www.gpblog.com/en/news/weather-worries-not-on-the-drivers-and-teams-mind...
