Will rain be a factor in the Azerbaijan GP this weekend?

As for Friday, when the first two practice sessions will take place, there is a 40% chance of rain, with a high of 24°C and ESE winds shifting to N at 15 to 30 km/h.

As for Saturday, the day of the third practice session and, most importantly, qualifying, it is expected to be quite windy, with winds ranging from 30 to 50 km/h, a high of 22°C, and a 25% chance of rain.

As for Sunday, race day, there is currently a 25% chance of rain, but the day is expected to remain quite windy, with NNW winds at 25 to 40 km/h. The maximum temperature is forecasted to be 22°C, the same as on Saturday.

With the Monza weekend behind us, marking the end of the European leg of the season, Formula 1 is ready to hit the track once again — this time in Baku, a circuit famous for its long straight combined with one of the twistiest middle sectors on the calendar.

Charles Leclerc is undoubtedly a specialist at this circuit, having claimed the last four consecutive pole positions, but he has never managed to turn them into a victory.

Last year, the Monegasque lost a hard-fought duel with Oscar Piastri, with the latter ultimately coming out on top to claim the victory.

Another great specialist of this circuit is Sergio Perez, who, of course, will not be participating in this year’s race, but in previous years has consistently delivered strong results—except for the unfortunate retirement in 2024 following contact with Carlos Sainz.