What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix?

Formula 1 is gearing up for its first race in Europe this season as the paddock rolls on to Imola for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix – but what does the weather have in store at the historic venue?

As it stands, the early weekend running is set to take place in dry and pleasant conditions, with further sunshine expected in the build-up to the race but also a small, developing threat of showers as the afternoon wears on.

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Scroll down to get a detailed weather forecast for the weekend ahead.

2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix weekend weather forecast

FRIDAY, MAY 17 – FP1 AND FP2
Conditions: Partly cloudy. Dry conditions likely throughout practice. Moderate southwesterly wind for both sessions. FP1: 24°C // FP2: 23°C
Maximum temperature expected: 25 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 16 Celsius
Chance of rain: <20%

SATURDAY, MAY 18 – FP3 AND QUALIFYING
Conditions: Mostly sunny. Dry conditions expected all day. Light southerly wind. FP3: 24°C // Q: 24°C
Maximum temperature expected: 25 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 15 Celsius
Chance of rain: <20%

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SUNDAY, MAY 19 – RACE WEATHER
Conditions: Partly cloudy. Slightly unsettled with a chance of showers, mainly in the afternoon and evening. Light easterly wind for the race. RACE: 23°C
Maximum temperature expected: 23 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 15 Celsius
Chance of rain: 40%