Sepang weather outlook flags rain risk for F1 weekend
A weather preview for the Formula 1 weekend at Sepang points to a wet Friday and a continuing chance of showers on race day.
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RacingNews365 forecasts Friday to be the wettest day of the Formula 1 weekend at Sepang, with temperatures around 31–33°C. Light showers are possible, and heavier, thundery rain cannot be ruled out. Sepang hosts the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. [1]
Saturday’s outlook is more settled, with sunny intervals and temperatures near 31°C. Qualifying is expected to be largely dry, although showers remain possible earlier in the day. [1]
Sunday is forecast to be hot and humid, at around 31°C, with showers possible from morning into the afternoon. RacingNews365 says the outlook at Sepang could change quickly. [1]
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