DARLINGTON RACE WEEKEND HUB

Hot and humid conditions will dominate Friday and Saturday, with temperatures reaching the upper 90s. A front will approach Saturday, bringing a 40 to 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly Saturday afternoon and evening. Stronger mid level northwest flow could support a few organized, fast-moving storms with damaging wind potential. Sunday should be cooler, with highs near 90, although a few showers or storms cannot be ruled out as the front lingers nearby. At Darlington, expect a hot and slick track this weekend, which could produce excellent racing and maximize tire wear as cars slide around. Fans and teams should stay as cool as possible and remain weather aware in case a severe storm develops. No washout scenario is currently expected, though weather related delays are possible. We still have several days to monitor the trends and refine the timing and storm potential.