What is the weather forecast for the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix?

Formula 1 is back this coming weekend with the Chinese Grand Prix – but what kind of weather conditions can the drivers expect as they head to Shanghai for the first Sprint event of the year?

After a dramatic, rain-affected season-opening Grand Prix in Australia, all three days of action at the Shanghai International Circuit are due to take place in warm, largely pleasant conditions as things stand.

Scroll down to get a detailed weather forecast for the event ahead.

2025 Chinese Grand Prix weekend weather forecast

FRIDAY, MARCH 21 – FP1 AND SPRINT QUALIFYING
Conditions: Sunny. Light breeze with gusts up to 40kph. FP1: 24°C // Sprint Qualifying: 23°C
Maximum temperature expected: 24 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 10 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%

SATURDAY, MARCH 22 – SPRINT AND QUALIFYING
Conditions: Same kind of weather. Sunny with a gentle breeze, with gusts up to 35-40kph in the evening. Sprint: 25°C // Q: 24°C
Maximum temperature expected: 25 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 13 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%

SUNDAY, MARCH 23 – RACE
Conditions: A bit cloudier but expected to be dry until the evening, with a slight chance of showers after the race. Light wind. Race start: 26°C
Maximum temperature expected: 26 Celsius
Minimum temperature expected: 14 Celsius
Chance of rain: 40%