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Weather Threatens Daytona 500: NASCAR Scrambles as Rain Disrupts Weekend Schedule

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
February 17, 2025
in Motorsports
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Weather Threatens Daytona 500: NASCAR Scrambles as Rain Disrupts Weekend Schedule

Feb 12, 2025; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; The car of NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin (11) sits on pit road during qualifying for the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Daytona 500 isn’t just a race—it’s the heartbeat of NASCAR’s season. But once again, Mother Nature is proving to be the biggest wildcard heading into Sunday’s Great American Race.

With multiple events already delayed or canceled due to heavy rain and thunderstorms, concerns are growing that the biggest race of the year could face major disruptions.


Saturday Chaos: Xfinity Qualifying Cut Short as Rain Soaks Daytona

After a week of weather woes, NASCAR hoped to push through Saturday’s schedule. But as the rain kept falling, so did the plans.

  • Xfinity Series qualifying was delayed due to a soaked track in the morning.
  • NASCAR attempted a shortened session but ultimately canceled it altogether.
  • The field was set by last year’s owner points, leaving JJ Yeley, Carson Ware, and CJ McLaughlin out of the race.
  • Justin Allgaier will start on pole for the United Rentals 300, joined by Taylor Gray on the front row.

These issues weren’t just a one-day problem—they capped off a week full of disruptions.

  • Thursday’s ARCA Menards Series practice was completely washed out.
  • Truck Series practice was also canceled, leaving teams scrambling for track time.

This pattern of delays has raised serious fears about Sunday’s Daytona 500.


Sunday’s Forecast: Could Rain Delay the Daytona 500?

Last year, rain forced NASCAR to push the Daytona 500 to Monday, frustrating teams, sponsors, and fans.

Now, history could be repeating itself.

  • Sunday’s forecast predicts a 40% chance of rain and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
  • High winds (10-20 mph) could slow track drying efforts.
  • NASCAR has already moved up the start time by an hour to try and beat the weather.

If delays push the race too late, NASCAR may have no choice but to postpone it to Monday—which, ironically, has a much better forecast.


The Waiting Game: Can NASCAR Avoid Another Monday Finish?

Right now, teams and officials are in full weather-watching mode.

  • If the rain holds off, expect a thrilling Daytona 500 on Sunday.
  • If storms hit as predicted, fans could be in for another long wait.

NASCAR is doing everything possible to keep the schedule intact, but in the end, it all comes down to Mother Nature.

Will the Great American Race go off as planned—or will rain once again force Daytona to wait?

Stay tuned.

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