Formula 1 may have an eventful race this Sunday at the 2026 Canadian GP. The FIA has officially declared a rain hazard for the race in Montreal after the forecast indicated more than a 40% chance of precipitation during the race.
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The scenario represents a significant change compared to the first days of the weekend at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. So far, teams and drivers have worked in dry and sunny conditions, but the expectation is for a complete weather turnaround on Sunday.
According to the official forecast used by the FIA, rain is expected to hit Montreal throughout the day. Although very heavy showers are not expected, the trend is for constant precipitation during the race.
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The “rain hazard” declaration made by the entity follows article B1.5.11 of the Formula 1 sporting regulations. The procedure is adopted when official meteorological services indicate a probability greater than 40% of rain at some point during the race.
The possible change in conditions could completely alter the teams’ strategies for the Canadian GP. After a weekend marked by low grip and constant track evolution, the arrival of rain promises to increase the unpredictability of the race in Montreal even more.
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