What is the weather forecast for the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix?

Formula 1 moves on to the Suzuka Circuit this weekend for the Japanese Grand Prix – but what kind of weather conditions are in store for the drivers and teams?

It looks set to be a dry and clear start to the event, with no rainfall currently forecast when the action begins.

However, Sunday could prove to be a cloudier day and there is the possibility of showers falling at Suzuka.

Scroll down for a more detailed look at the forecast for the Japanese Grand Prix.

2026 Japanese Grand Prix weekend weather forecast

FRIDAY, MARCH 27 – FP1 AND FP2
Conditions: Expect mild and clear weather conditions. Temperatures will range from a chilly 4°C in the morning to a comfortable 18°C at peak, with light breezes averaging around 8 km/h and occasional gusts up to 29 km/h. No rainfall is expected, ensuring dry track conditions throughout the day, making it ideal for racing.
Maximum temperature expected: 18 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 4.25 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 – FP3 AND QUALIFYING
Conditions: Saturday will experience favourable weather conditions. The temperature will range from a cool 6°C in the morning to a maximum of 17°C during the day, with a brisk track temperature of 37°C. Winds will be light to moderate, averaging around 6 km/h, with gusts up to 25 km/h. No precipitation is expected, making for calm and clear racing conditions.
Maximum temperature expected: 17 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 6.13 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%

SUNDAY, MARCH 29 – RACE
Conditions: The weather looks generally favourable for racing. Expect temperatures ranging from 9°C to 18°C, with a high track temperature of 36°C. Conditions will be partly cloudy with a 25% chance of precipitation, and light to moderate winds peaking at 10 km/h. Humidity is relatively high at 80%, but overall it should be a manageable day for drivers and spectators alike.
Maximum temperature expected: 18 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 9 Celsius
Chance of rain: 25%