📷 F1
Friday, April 11 – Free Practice 1 & 2
Conditions: Sunny and dry with clear skies expected throughout the day, typical of Bahrain’s desert climate. No cloud cover or rain is anticipated, ensuring uninterrupted running.
Temperature: Highs around 33°C (91°F) during FP1 at 2:30 PM local time, with lows near 26°C (79°F) by FP2 at 6:00 PM as the sun sets. The heat will challenge tire performance early on.
Wind: Breezy, with gusts of 40-48 kph (25-30 mph) picking up in the afternoon, blowing from the north. Sand from the surrounding desert may drift onto the track, potentially reducing grip.
Additional Notes: Humidity will rise from 36% in the afternoon to over 50% by evening, adding a slight stickiness to the air. Teams will need to monitor car cooling systems closely during FP1’s peak heat.
Saturday, April 12 – Free Practice 3 & Qualifying
Conditions: Sunny and dry with clear skies persisting all day, offering consistent conditions for setup tweaks. The lack of rain keeps the focus on aerodynamics and tire wear.
Temperature: Highs around 33°C (91°F) during FP3 at 2:30 PM, with lows near 26°C (79°F) during qualifying at 6:00 PM. Day-to-night transitions will mirror race conditions.
Wind: Breezy, with gusts of 40-48 kph (25-30 mph) continuing through the day, maintaining a northerly direction. This could affect braking stability, especially into Turn 1 and Turn 10.
Additional Notes: Humidity will climb to around 55-60% by qualifying, testing driver endurance. The abrasive track surface, combined with wind-blown sand, may accelerate tire degradation, influencing qualifying strategies.
Sunday, April 13 – Race Day
Conditions: Clear and dry with no precipitation expected under the night sky, delivering a classic Bahrain night race atmosphere. Floodlights will illuminate a pristine, dry circuit.
Temperature: Highs around 26°C (79°F) at race start at 6:00 PM, cooling slightly to 24°C (75°F) by the checkered flag. The moderate drop will favor engine performance late in the race.
Wind: Breezy, with gusts of 40 kph (25 mph) influencing track conditions throughout the 57-lap event. Northerly winds may create tricky moments at the end of DRS zones.
Additional Notes: Humidity could peak near 65%, adding a layer of complexity to driver comfort and car cooling. With no rain risk (less than 5% chance), teams can fully commit to dry setups, though wind variability might spice up overtaking battles. Expect sand on less-used racing lines to challenge drivers pushing the limits.
📷 Socios