Weather Forecast for NASCAR’s 2026 EchoPark Speedway Summer Race Weekend

What’s Happening?

This weekend, the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts and Cup Series head south to EchoPark Speedway. So, whether you are going to be at the track or home, what does the forecast look like for the race weekend in Hampton, Georgia?

• EchoPark Speedway, more commonly known as Atlanta Motor Speedway, is a long-time staple of the NASCAR schedule. Though the track has seen plenty of changes during its lifetime, the venue is still a fan favorite.
• The NASCAR Cup Series first raced at Atlanta in 1960, hosting a double date at the track until 2010, and returning to two races at the track in 2021. The OAP Series did not race at the track until 1992, and even then, it has a spotty history, missing seasons, and only added a second race in 2021.

Weekend Weather Forecast

• Via the National Weather Service
• All Listed Times ET (Local)

Saturday, July 11: O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Focused Health 250 | 7:00 PM on The CW

Before the OAP Series Race (1:00 PM – 7:00 PM)

• Temperature: High of 91°F at 3:00 PM
• Precipitation Chance: 30% Chance at 2:00 PM
• Wind: 5 to 7 MPH

During the OAP Series Race (7:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

• Temperature: High of 88°F at 7:00 PM
• Precipitation Chance: 30% Chance at 7:00 PM
• Wind: 2 to 5 MPH

After the OAP Series Race (10:00 PM – 11:00 PM)

• Temperature: High of 80°F at 10:00 PM
• Precipitation Chance: 20% Chance at 10:00 PM
• Wind: 2 to 3 MPH

Sunday, July 12: Cup Series Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart | 7:00 PM on TNT and HBO Max

Before the Cup Series Race (2:00 PM – 7:00 PM)

• Temperature: High of 89°F at 3:00 PM
• Precipitation Chance: 42% Chance
• Wind: 5 to 7 MPH

During the Cup Series Race (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM)

• Temperature: High of 86°F at 7:00 PM
• Precipitation Chance: 42% Chance at 7:00 PM | Dropping to 29% Chance at 8:00 PM
• Wind: 2 to 3 MPH

After the Cup Series Race (11:00 PM)

• Temperature: High of 77°F
• Precipitation Chance: 29% Chance
• Wind: 2 MPH

Note: This article will be updated with a more accurate and detailed forecast as the race weekend nears.