What is the updated start time for the Daytona 500 on February 15th?

The Daytona 500 on February 15th has been moved up an hour, with the green flag now scheduled for approximately 2:13 p.m. Eastern.

What are the chances of rain impacting the Daytona 500?

The forecast shows an 8% chance of rain at 2 p.m. on February 15th, increasing to a 56% chance by 6 p.m.

Will the Daytona 500 be postponed due to weather?

It is unlikely that the Daytona 500 will be postponed if the current forecast holds, as the race is considered official after 100 laps.

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Daytona 500 Race Against Rain: Forecast Update

15 Feb

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Summary

Race start moved up an hour to 2:13 p.m. Eastern/1:13 p.m. Central.
Rain chances increase from 8% at 2 p.m. to 56% by 6 p.m.
Race is considered official after 100 laps, unlikely to be postponed.

Daytona 500 Race Against Rain: Forecast Update

The weather forecast for the Daytona 500 on February 15th indicates a more favorable outlook, prompting NASCAR to adjust the start time. The Cup Series season opener at Daytona International Speedway will now commence approximately one hour earlier, aiming for a 2:13 p.m. Eastern start time.

While earlier predictions suggested higher rain probabilities, the National Weather Service now forecasts only an 8% chance of precipitation around the new start time. However, this likelihood escalates to 56% by 6 p.m., suggesting potential impacts on the later stages of the race.