2025 Dutch GP weather forecast update: Showers to spice things up?

There is a strong possibility of added spice for the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort.

Despite the high probability earlier in the week of rain causing havoc, especially on Sunday, the F1 sessions at the Dutch seaside circuit have avoided the worst of the weather so far.

Over the past few days, F1 has woken up to rain, wind and cool temperatures, yet by the time practice and qualifying have been run, the track has enjoyed sunshine and blue skies, and Pirelli's wet-weather tyres have remained in their blankets.

For the grand prix, in which there is an all-McLaren front row spearheaded by Oscar Piastri ahead of team-mate Lando Norris, with Max Verstappen third on the grid in his Red Bull in front of the 'Orange Army', showers are forecast.

There is a 40 per cent chance of rain at the start of the race at 3 pm local time [2 pm BST], increasing to 60 per cent as the event unfolds, mixed in with bursts of sunshine.

The wind will be blowing in a north-easterly direction, so providing the drivers with a tailwind along the main straight, although given the coastal location of the track, that direction can change quickly.

Temperatures will be a pleasant 20 degrees Celsius, providing an opportunity for those teams whose cars favour slightly cooler climes.