P1racenews AI automatic summary:
What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix?
The Japanese Grand Prix is being held in April this year, marking the earliest occurrence of the event as it has traditionally taken place later in the season. The decision to move the race earlier is to enhance logistical efficiency, aligned with the Chinese Grand Prix which follows in two weeks. The April schedule coincides with Japan’s cherry blossom season but also presents different weather conditions, notably cooler temperatures averaging around 15°C compared to the usual late September/early October range of 22-24°C. The change in timing anticipates a lower risk of rainfall, decreased from 41% to 33%, despite Suzuka being known for its wet conditions. Holding the race earlier mitigates the impact of the Kansai region’s rainy season, typically commencing in June, reducing the likelihood of weather disruptions. Though early typhoons in Japan are uncommon, historically occurring more frequently in October, the 1956 Typhoon Thelma made landfall in April, highlighting the region’s weather variability.
