NASCAR's Longest Race to Stay Dry Under the Lights

By Brian Lada, Meteorologist

May 21,2015; 11:10PM,EDT

 

Dry weather will be the rule in Charlotte, North Carolina, this weekend, which is the site of this week's NASCAR race.
Fans and crews headed to Charlotte Motor Speedway should not have to worry about rain at any point this weekend as high pressure will park itself over the region.
Those that were in town last weekend for the all-star race can expect similar weather this weekend for the Coca-Cola 600, the longest race of the year for the Sprint Cup Series.

Afternoon temperatures on Saturday are forecast to reach into the 80s with lower-than-normal humidity, making it feel rather comfortable.
People headed to the track on Saturday to watch practice or the XFINITY Series race should take sunscreen with them to protect their skin from the strong rays from the sun.
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Sunday looks to be slightly warmer than Saturday with highs once again reaching into the 80s and an uptick in humidity.
Temperatures will be in the lower 80s when the green flag drops in front of the field at 6 p.m. Sunday.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. takes Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis for several high speed laps around the track during a news conference at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina, Tuesday, May 19, 2015. Davis, the NFL's Man of the Year, has been selected to be the honorary pace car driver for the Coca Cola 600 on Sunday. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Temperatures will slowly fall into the 70s during the race.
These conditions will be almost ideal for the drivers when compared to previous weeks when rain brought delays in the race. In addition to causing disruptions in the race, the rain washed away some of the rubber on the track which the drivers use to help gain traction.
Those planning to stay in Charlotte for Memorial Day can expect a hike in temperatures and humidity as temperatures make a run toward the 90-degree mark.