Dover Motor Speedway
NASCAR RaceWeather Forecast
Fri 7/18
Cloudy
Showers & t-storms
High: 88°F Low: 73°F
NW winds, 5-10 mph
Sat 7/19
Variably Cloudy
PM Showers & t-storms
High: 85°F Low: 73°F
Light & variable winds
Sun 7/20
Variably Cloudy
PM Showers & t-storms
High: 86°F Low: 74°F
SW winds, 6-12 mph
Dover Motor Speedway -
NASCAR Weather Forecast Discussion
8:00 PM EDT, Wed 7/16 - Expect a warm and humid weekend in Dover from Friday through Sunday.
A broad subtropical ridge anchored over the southern U.S. is steering warm, humid air into the Mid-Atlantic. Meanwhile, a nearly stationary frontal boundary across the Ohio Valley and Central Appalachians serves as a focal point for daytime thunderstorms, especially Friday afternoon and again Sunday as mid-level shortwaves slide east beneath a faster northern jet stream. This setup fuels instability and high precipitable water values, enabling locally heavy showers and thunderstorms. Surface dewpoints will remain elevated, supporting the high humidity and heat index values through the weekend under ridge influence.
Dover Motor Speedway -
NASCAR Weekend Schedule
Fri 7/18
1:30 PM - ARCA Practice and Qualifying
5:00 PM - General Tire 150 (ARCA)
Sat 7/19
11:00 AM - Xfinity Practice and Qualifying
1:35 PM - Cup Practice and Qualifying
4:30 PM -BetRivers 200 (NXS)
Sun 7/20
2:00 PM - Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400 (NCS)
All Times Are Eastern Daylight Time
More about Dover Motor Speedway
Dover Motor Speedway, nicknamed “The Monster Mile,” is a 1-mile concrete oval located in Dover, Delaware. Known for its steep 24-degree banking in the turns and 9-degree banking on the straights, the track delivers high speeds and physically demanding racing. Unlike many other short tracks, Dover’s concrete surface—installed in 1995—adds a unique challenge by increasing tire wear and reducing grip consistency, often contributing to dramatic race outcomes.
Opened in 1969, the track quickly became a staple on the NASCAR calendar. It has hosted at least one NASCAR Cup Series race every year since its debut, becoming one of the most iconic venues in the sport. At one point, Dover held two annual Cup races, making it a key battleground for playoff positioning and season momentum.
NASCAR legends like Richard Petty, Bobby Allison, Jeff Gordon, and Jimmie Johnson—who holds a record 11 Cup wins at the track—have all tasted success at Dover. The venue has also been known for its intense restarts and high attrition rates, earning it a reputation for unpredictability and excitement. Today, while it hosts one Cup Series race annually, Dover remains a favorite among fans and drivers for its raw intensity and distinctive character.
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