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5:50 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Congrats to @TylerReddick & many thanks to @NASCAR for moving the race time up an hour. It made all of the difference.
Storms abt 25 miles west of @Daytona. Closest lightning - 29 miles.
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM.
Storms abt 25 miles west of @Daytona. Closest lightning - 29 miles.
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM.
February 15, 2026 at 10:53 PM
5:50 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Congrats to @TylerReddick & many thanks to @NASCAR for moving the race time up an hour. It made all of the difference.
Storms abt 25 miles west of @Daytona. Closest lightning - 29 miles.
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM.
Storms abt 25 miles west of @Daytona. Closest lightning - 29 miles.
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM.
5:30 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Caution 🟨
Storms abt 30 miles west of @Daytona, moving east at 30-35 mph. ETA about 6:30 pm ET - Closest lightning: 55 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to just 7 mi NW of track
Storms abt 30 miles west of @Daytona, moving east at 30-35 mph. ETA about 6:30 pm ET - Closest lightning: 55 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to just 7 mi NW of track
February 15, 2026 at 10:32 PM
5:30 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Caution 🟨
Storms abt 30 miles west of @Daytona, moving east at 30-35 mph. ETA about 6:30 pm ET - Closest lightning: 55 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to just 7 mi NW of track
Storms abt 30 miles west of @Daytona, moving east at 30-35 mph. ETA about 6:30 pm ET - Closest lightning: 55 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to just 7 mi NW of track
5:05 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Cloudy, 77°F, SW winds, 14 mph, 24 mph gusts.
Storms are abt 50 miles west of @Daytona, moving east at 30-35 mph. ETA about 6:30 pm ET - Closest lightning: 58 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona
Storms are abt 50 miles west of @Daytona, moving east at 30-35 mph. ETA about 6:30 pm ET - Closest lightning: 58 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona
February 15, 2026 at 10:07 PM
5:05 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Cloudy, 77°F, SW winds, 14 mph, 24 mph gusts.
Storms are abt 50 miles west of @Daytona, moving east at 30-35 mph. ETA about 6:30 pm ET - Closest lightning: 58 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona
Storms are abt 50 miles west of @Daytona, moving east at 30-35 mph. ETA about 6:30 pm ET - Closest lightning: 58 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona
4:40 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Cloudy, 80°F, SW winds, 16 mph, 22 mph gusts.
Chc of showers; Risk for rain increases after 6:30 PM ET. Closest lightning: 80 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to just 7 mi NW of track
Chc of showers; Risk for rain increases after 6:30 PM ET. Closest lightning: 80 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to just 7 mi NW of track
February 15, 2026 at 9:41 PM
4:40 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Cloudy, 80°F, SW winds, 16 mph, 22 mph gusts.
Chc of showers; Risk for rain increases after 6:30 PM ET. Closest lightning: 80 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to just 7 mi NW of track
Chc of showers; Risk for rain increases after 6:30 PM ET. Closest lightning: 80 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to just 7 mi NW of track
3:45 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Partly sunny, 81°F, SW winds, 18 mph, 28 mph gusts.
Chc late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases after 6:30 PM ET. Closest lightning: 99 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to 7 mi NW of track.
Chc late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases after 6:30 PM ET. Closest lightning: 99 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to 7 mi NW of track.
February 15, 2026 at 8:49 PM
3:45 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Partly sunny, 81°F, SW winds, 18 mph, 28 mph gusts.
Chc late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases after 6:30 PM ET. Closest lightning: 99 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to 7 mi NW of track.
Chc late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases after 6:30 PM ET. Closest lightning: 99 miles
Tornado watch in effect for north Florida til 9 PM. Does NOT include @Daytona but extends to 7 mi NW of track.
2:10 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Partly cloudy, 80°F, SW winds, 20 mph, 37 mph gusts. Increasing clouds are expected today
Forecast is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain significantly increases at 7 PM ET. Closest lightning: 132 miles
Forecast is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain significantly increases at 7 PM ET. Closest lightning: 132 miles
February 15, 2026 at 7:11 PM
2:10 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Partly cloudy, 80°F, SW winds, 20 mph, 37 mph gusts. Increasing clouds are expected today
Forecast is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain significantly increases at 7 PM ET. Closest lightning: 132 miles
Forecast is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain significantly increases at 7 PM ET. Closest lightning: 132 miles
1:30 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Partly cloudy, 77°F, southerly winds, 16 mph. Increasing clouds are expected today as temps climb into the upper 70s
Forecast is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases at 7 PM ET- Closest lightning: 156 miles
Green flag 🟩 - 2:13 PM ET
Forecast is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases at 7 PM ET- Closest lightning: 156 miles
Green flag 🟩 - 2:13 PM ET
February 15, 2026 at 6:41 PM
1:30 PM ET #Daytona500 update - Partly cloudy, 77°F, southerly winds, 16 mph. Increasing clouds are expected today as temps climb into the upper 70s
Forecast is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases at 7 PM ET- Closest lightning: 156 miles
Green flag 🟩 - 2:13 PM ET
Forecast is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases at 7 PM ET- Closest lightning: 156 miles
Green flag 🟩 - 2:13 PM ET
The #tornado watch will be in effect until 9 PM ET.
Note: while it doesn’t include Volusia Co, home of @DAYTONA, it does include the next county north of- Flagler.
#NASCAR #Daytona500
Note: while it doesn’t include Volusia Co, home of @DAYTONA, it does include the next county north of- Flagler.
#NASCAR #Daytona500
February 15, 2026 at 6:08 PM
The #tornado watch will be in effect until 9 PM ET.
Note: while it doesn’t include Volusia Co, home of @DAYTONA, it does include the next county north of- Flagler.
#NASCAR #Daytona500
Note: while it doesn’t include Volusia Co, home of @DAYTONA, it does include the next county north of- Flagler.
#NASCAR #Daytona500
For those heading north after the #Daytona500 , there is a 80% likelihood of a tornado 🌪️ watch.
At this time, the risk does not include @Daytona. But, storms aren’t very good at reading maps.
At this time, the risk does not include @Daytona. But, storms aren’t very good at reading maps.
February 15, 2026 at 5:49 PM
For those heading north after the #Daytona500 , there is a 80% likelihood of a tornado 🌪️ watch.
At this time, the risk does not include @Daytona. But, storms aren’t very good at reading maps.
At this time, the risk does not include @Daytona. But, storms aren’t very good at reading maps.
12:30 PM ET @Daytona update - Partly cloudy, 75°F, southerly winds, 14 mph. Increasing clouds are expected today as temps climb into the upper 70s
Fcst is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases at 7 PM ET.
#Daytona500 green flag 🟩 - 2:13 pm ET
Fcst is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases at 7 PM ET.
#Daytona500 green flag 🟩 - 2:13 pm ET
February 15, 2026 at 5:40 PM
12:30 PM ET @Daytona update - Partly cloudy, 75°F, southerly winds, 14 mph. Increasing clouds are expected today as temps climb into the upper 70s
Fcst is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases at 7 PM ET.
#Daytona500 green flag 🟩 - 2:13 pm ET
Fcst is unchanged. Scattered late afternoon showers; Risk for rain increases at 7 PM ET.
#Daytona500 green flag 🟩 - 2:13 pm ET
3:30 PM ET @Daytona update - Mostly sunny, 70°F, east winds, 9 mph. #Weather looks good for the @OReillyAuto Parts Series
#Daytona500 green flag 🟩 was moved up an hour - 2:13 PM ET
Sunday fcst is unchanged. Sct’d late afternoon showers; Rain chcs ⬆️ after 6-7 PM ET
#Daytona500 green flag 🟩 was moved up an hour - 2:13 PM ET
Sunday fcst is unchanged. Sct’d late afternoon showers; Rain chcs ⬆️ after 6-7 PM ET
February 14, 2026 at 8:38 PM
3:30 PM ET @Daytona update - Mostly sunny, 70°F, east winds, 9 mph. #Weather looks good for the @OReillyAuto Parts Series
#Daytona500 green flag 🟩 was moved up an hour - 2:13 PM ET
Sunday fcst is unchanged. Sct’d late afternoon showers; Rain chcs ⬆️ after 6-7 PM ET
#Daytona500 green flag 🟩 was moved up an hour - 2:13 PM ET
Sunday fcst is unchanged. Sct’d late afternoon showers; Rain chcs ⬆️ after 6-7 PM ET
3 PM ET Daytona update - Sunny skies, 68°F, northerly winds at 8 mph.
The radar is clear, wish I was beautiful.
The race weekend outlook will be updated later this afternoon at RaceWeather.net
Photo credit: RSS Racing (@RSSRacing)
The radar is clear, wish I was beautiful.
The race weekend outlook will be updated later this afternoon at RaceWeather.net
Photo credit: RSS Racing (@RSSRacing)
February 13, 2026 at 8:01 PM
3 PM ET Daytona update - Sunny skies, 68°F, northerly winds at 8 mph.
The radar is clear, wish I was beautiful.
The race weekend outlook will be updated later this afternoon at RaceWeather.net
Photo credit: RSS Racing (@RSSRacing)
The radar is clear, wish I was beautiful.
The race weekend outlook will be updated later this afternoon at RaceWeather.net
Photo credit: RSS Racing (@RSSRacing)
7:20 PM ET @Daytona update - Mostly clear, 57°F, northerly winds at 7 mph.
Radar is clear and we’re good for tonight’s racing.
Radar is clear and we’re good for tonight’s racing.
February 13, 2026 at 12:22 AM
7:20 PM ET @Daytona update - Mostly clear, 57°F, northerly winds at 7 mph.
Radar is clear and we’re good for tonight’s racing.
Radar is clear and we’re good for tonight’s racing.
#Daytona500 outlook - As discussed here & across the interweb, there is an increasing risk for rain & iso t-storms SUN afternoon into the evening.
Timing is still iffy. At THIS time, I’m optimistic for an on-time green flag 🟩 (2:30 PM, @NASCARONFOX).
After that, #NASCAR will be racing the rain
Timing is still iffy. At THIS time, I’m optimistic for an on-time green flag 🟩 (2:30 PM, @NASCARONFOX).
After that, #NASCAR will be racing the rain
February 11, 2026 at 11:45 PM
#Daytona500 outlook - As discussed here & across the interweb, there is an increasing risk for rain & iso t-storms SUN afternoon into the evening.
Timing is still iffy. At THIS time, I’m optimistic for an on-time green flag 🟩 (2:30 PM, @NASCARONFOX).
After that, #NASCAR will be racing the rain
Timing is still iffy. At THIS time, I’m optimistic for an on-time green flag 🟩 (2:30 PM, @NASCARONFOX).
After that, #NASCAR will be racing the rain
4:25 PM ET @Daytona update - Thanks #everyone for the earlier rain update.
Radar are showing rain north & northwest. With 59% humidity, it’s likely evaporating before it reaches the ground
Still looks good for #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM)
Weekend fcst will be updated after a late lunch.
Radar are showing rain north & northwest. With 59% humidity, it’s likely evaporating before it reaches the ground
Still looks good for #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM)
Weekend fcst will be updated after a late lunch.
February 11, 2026 at 9:30 PM
3:30 PM ET @Daytona update - Radar indicates rain falling at the track. Please let me know if that’s correct.
Showers are forecast to be out of the region within 60-90 minutes. The track should be dry & a little green for tonight’s #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM, @FS1)
Showers are forecast to be out of the region within 60-90 minutes. The track should be dry & a little green for tonight’s #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM, @FS1)
February 11, 2026 at 8:33 PM
3:30 PM ET @Daytona update - Radar indicates rain falling at the track. Please let me know if that’s correct.
Showers are forecast to be out of the region within 60-90 minutes. The track should be dry & a little green for tonight’s #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM, @FS1)
Showers are forecast to be out of the region within 60-90 minutes. The track should be dry & a little green for tonight’s #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM, @FS1)
1:50 PM ET @Daytona update - Find your first poncho, rain showers are on the way.
They are forecast to be out of the region before #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM, @FS1)
They are forecast to be out of the region before #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM, @FS1)
February 11, 2026 at 6:53 PM
1:50 PM ET @Daytona update - Find your first poncho, rain showers are on the way.
They are forecast to be out of the region before #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM, @FS1)
They are forecast to be out of the region before #NASCAR Cup qualifying (8:15 PM, @FS1)
8 PM ET: The wintry mix is now someone else’s problem. 33°F, feels 29°F.
We watch the radar, so you don’t have to. Enjoy the rest of the race.
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Wintry mix & snow is possible for east & central NC
We watch the radar, so you don’t have to. Enjoy the rest of the race.
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Wintry mix & snow is possible for east & central NC
February 5, 2026 at 1:06 AM
8 PM ET: The wintry mix is now someone else’s problem. 33°F, feels 29°F.
We watch the radar, so you don’t have to. Enjoy the rest of the race.
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Wintry mix & snow is possible for east & central NC
We watch the radar, so you don’t have to. Enjoy the rest of the race.
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Wintry mix & snow is possible for east & central NC
7:40 PM ET: Ready for the 2nd half of the @NASCARClash, 34°F, feels 30°F.
Moderate rain/sleet mix is about to move out of the area. This will be interesting.
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
Moderate rain/sleet mix is about to move out of the area. This will be interesting.
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
February 5, 2026 at 12:39 AM
7:40 PM ET: Ready for the 2nd half of the @NASCARClash, 34°F, feels 30°F.
Moderate rain/sleet mix is about to move out of the area. This will be interesting.
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
Moderate rain/sleet mix is about to move out of the area. This will be interesting.
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
7:10 PM ET: Halfway thru the @NASCARClash, 35°F, feels 33°F. SW winds, 6 mph
The #vortex has worked so far. Radar showing light rain around @BGSRacing.
#NASCAR has the wet weather package available
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
The #vortex has worked so far. Radar showing light rain around @BGSRacing.
#NASCAR has the wet weather package available
Winter #weather advisory in effect til 10 AM THU - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
February 5, 2026 at 12:10 AM
6:25 PM ET: About to go green at @BGSRacing, 36°F, feels 32°F. Easterly winds, 5 mph
There’s a little green on the radar too.
#NASCAR has the wet weather package available
Winter weather advisory will be in effect at 6 PM ET - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
#Weather #ncwx
There’s a little green on the radar too.
#NASCAR has the wet weather package available
Winter weather advisory will be in effect at 6 PM ET - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
#Weather #ncwx
February 4, 2026 at 11:26 PM
5:50 PM ET: Cloudy skies at @BGSRacing, 37°F, feels 34°F. Northerly winds, 4 mph
Rain showers abt 20 miles west of track. Winter weather advisory will be in effect at 6 PM ET - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
#NASCAR has the wet weather package available
#Weather #ncwx
Rain showers abt 20 miles west of track. Winter weather advisory will be in effect at 6 PM ET - Rain may change to snow later this evening.
#NASCAR has the wet weather package available
#Weather #ncwx
February 4, 2026 at 10:54 PM
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for central North Carolina, inc @BGSRacing, from 6 PM tonight through 10 AM THU.
Light snow (up to 1 inch) and a light glaze of ice expected. Slick roads—especially bridges and overpasses—could impact post-race travel around the region.
Light snow (up to 1 inch) and a light glaze of ice expected. Slick roads—especially bridges and overpasses—could impact post-race travel around the region.
February 4, 2026 at 9:47 PM
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for central North Carolina, inc @BGSRacing, from 6 PM tonight through 10 AM THU.
Light snow (up to 1 inch) and a light glaze of ice expected. Slick roads—especially bridges and overpasses—could impact post-race travel around the region.
Light snow (up to 1 inch) and a light glaze of ice expected. Slick roads—especially bridges and overpasses—could impact post-race travel around the region.