The 67th annual Daytona 500, known as the ‘Great American Race,’ will feature the best drivers in the sport chasing the chance to carve their names on the prestigious Harley J. Earl Trophy.
This year’s event has undergone a significant change, with the start time being rescheduled to begin one hour earlier. This decision, made by NASCAR in anticipation of possible inclement weather, means that the race, originally set for 2:30 p.m. ET, will now kick off at 1:30 p.m. ET. The aim is to ensure the race is completed before the expected rain arrives at the Daytona International Speedway.
Here’s the weather forecast leading up to the race, as the drivers prepare to rev their engines.
What is the weather forecast at the Daytona 500?
According to the Weather Channel, the weather at the race’s start will be 79 degrees and mostly cloudy. With a humidity level of 64% and wind speeds of 12 mph, it will feel more like 82 degrees.
How to watch Daytona 500 2025: Time, TV channel, streaming
The 2025 Daytona 500 will be broadcast on Fox. Streaming options include Fubo, which is offering a free trial for new subscribers, or FoxSports.com, or the Fox Sports app.
Date: Sunday, Feb. 16
Time: 1:30 p.m. ET
TV: Fox
Stream: Fubo (free trial), FoxSports.com and the Fox Sports app
Where: Daytona International Speedway (Daytona Beach, Florida)
Watch the Daytona 500 on Fubo (free trial)
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