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Find out what weather is in store for the drivers at the Daytona International Speedway for this weekend’s Rolex24, otherwise known as the Daytona 24 Hours.
Dry weather is forecasted for the entirety of the 2026 Daytona 24 Hours, one of the biggest events in motorsport.
Taking place at the Daytona International Speedway in Florida, the 64th running of the Rolex 24 will begin at 1:40 p.m. local time under sunny skies.
A gentle northeast breeze will impact the four car classes, with temperatures expected to reach up to 22 degrees Celsius during the day and drop to 16 degrees Celsius at night.
The second half of the race on Sunday may see record-breaking temperatures, up to 28 degrees Celsius, and possible wind direction changes from east to south.
Although rain is unlikely, there is a 20% chance in the opening hours, as the #93 Acura Meyer Shank Racing starts from pole, with the #40 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing alongside on the front row.
