The Singapore GP is scheduled to take place from 15th September to 17th September at the Marina Bay Circuit – let us take a look at the weather forecast
The upcoming Singapore Grand Prix at the Marina Bay Street Circuit is expected to face its usual cloudy and overcast weather conditions, which are typical for this time of year in the region. There is a notable concern about the likelihood of heavy showers, which often occur during this period.
The forecast indicates that the overcast skies will persist throughout the entire weekend, and there is a significant chance of scattered showers, which is causing some worries. It is highly likely that the race weekend will experience substantial rainfall over all three days. With this weather forecast overview provided, we can now proceed to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the weekend’s weather outlook.
Friday’s practice sessions are expected to be affected by showers, with a notable 40% chance of rain in the evening. Cooler temperatures are anticipated during this period. Similar conditions are predicted for the Sprint race scheduled on Saturday. Thankfully, the weather forecast for Sunday evening, which is the main race day, shows some improvement. Nevertheless, there is still a 50% chance of rain throughout the entire day.
Teams should make sure they have wet tyres on standby in anticipation of potential rain during the entire weekend. Similarly, fans planning to attend on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday should equip themselves with suitable rain gear. It’s crucial to recognize that weather is beyond anyone’s control, introducing an element of uncertainty. Nevertheless, optimism prevails as everyone hopes for an exciting and uninterrupted race while keeping their fingers crossed.
What is the schedule of the Singapore GP?
Here’s how the schedule of the Singapore GP looks like:
Practice 1: Friday, September 15 – 15:00 IST
Practice 2: Friday, September 15 – 18:30 IST
Practice 3: Saturday, September 16 –15:00 IST
Qualifying: Saturday, September 16 – 18:30 IST
Race: Sunday, September 17 – 17:30 IST
Where can we watch all the live action?
In the United States, fans can catch the action on the ESPN network. In the UK, viewers have the chance to watch every session, starting from the initial practice session to the end of the race, on Sky Sports. For those in India, the qualifying session and main race will be available for live viewing through broadcasts on F1 Pro TV. Furthermore, F1 Pro TV offers the option to stream all practice and qualifying sessions, as well as the main race, live.
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