Source: Official Team Post via X
Weather Forecast for the Mexico City Grand Prix Weekend
The Mexico City Grand Prix weekend is expected to see largely dry conditions, with a small chance of rain on Friday. Drivers will contend with high altitude, impacting both performance and physical endurance.
As F1 heads to the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, weather conditions in Mexico City are generally not the main worry for drivers, but it's worth taking a closer look at the forecast for the weekend.
F1 Mexico Weather: Weekend Forecast
#### **Friday 30 October [FP1, FP2]**
Friday morning in Mexico City is expected to start overcast, transitioning to some lunchtime sunshine. Temperatures should hover around 22°C for FP1 with a light breeze. There's a 25-35% chance of rain during FP2, so teams should keep an eye on the skies.
#### **Saturday 31 October [FP3, Qualifying]**
Saturday sees the highest chance of rain for the weekend, though sunny spells are anticipated to dominate. Temperatures will be around 23°C for FP3, climbing to 25°C for qualifying. A gentle southerly breeze is expected to accompany the sunshine, likely increasing track temperatures.
#### **Sunday 1 November [Mexico City Grand Prix]**
Race day is predicted to be dry with sunny spells throughout. The air temperature should reach 25°C when the race kicks off, with rain being a distant possibility and only a slight breeze expected.
Looking Ahead to the Mexico City Grand Prix
Historically, the Mexico City Grand Prix has been hosted under dry conditions, but drivers must still contend with the circuit's altitude. At 7,343 feet above sea level, the thinner air presents a physical challenge, demanding peak fitness from drivers. Additionally, the reduced air resistance allows for higher top speeds, as evidenced by Valtteri Bottas's 372.5km/h (231.4mph) record in 2016.