The tenth round of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship takes place this weekend in Montréal, amid growing concerns over wildfires. Here’s everything you need to know about the F1 Canada weather forecast and session times
Gilles Villeneuve: a legacy on track. The Canadian Grand Prix returns to the legendary Circuit Gilles Villeneuve for its 54th edition. Named after the iconic racing hero of the 1970s, the track sets a romantic and historic backdrop for one of the season’s most anticipated weekends.
In recent hours, a major uncertainty has arisen: wildfires. Sweeping across North America, these fires have prompted the Quebec government to declare a state of emergency, describing the current forest fire situation as “unprecedented.” Despite the critical environmental conditions, the Grand Prix is still expected to go ahead as scheduled—pending further updates.
Schedules and weather of the GP
Montréal has delivered unforgettable racing moments: from the dramatic 2007 crash to Robert Kubica’s comeback win in 2008, René Arnoux’s 1983 Ferrari triumph, and the infamous 2014 Massa-Perez collision. The most recent Ferrari victory dates back to Sebastian Vettel in 2018—followed by a highly controversial penalty in 2019 that still fuels debate today.
The Canadian GP traditionally runs in the evening for European viewers. Here’s the full session timetable:
Friday, June 13th:
- 19:30 – FP1 (Sky)
- 23:00 – FP2 (Sky)
Saturday, June 14th:
- 18:30 – FP3 (Sky)
- 22:00 – QUALIFYING (LIVE Sky, delayed on 23:30 TV8)
Sunday, June 15th:
- 20:00 – RACE (LIVE Sky, delayed 21:30 TV8)
The weekend is shaping up to be mild rather than summery. Expect cool conditions, with qualifying temperatures around 18°C and race day peaking near 20°C. Forecasts suggest mainly sunny skies, with only a 10% chance of rain on Saturday.
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