Bathurst 1000 weather forecast
The Blanchard Racing Team Ford Mustang trails the Supercheap Auto-backed Triple Eight Race Engineering wildcard during the 2024 Bathurst 1000. Image: InSyde Media

According to rural weather specialist Elders, there will be mixed conditions across all four days of the Bathurst 1000 from October 9-12.

For fans planning to attend Sunday’s main event, it looks like it will be dry with a few clouds around to keep temperatures cool.

However, fans are reminded to wear appropriate protection for the expected high UV index.

The 2025 Bathurst 1000 will start at 11:45am AEDT on Sunday, October 12.

2025 Bathurst 1000 weather forecast (via Elders)

Thursday (October 9) – Rain
Max temp – 21 degrees
Min temp – 12 degrees
Precipitation – 70 percent chance (1-5mm)
UV Index – Very high

Friday (October 10) – Mostly sunny
Max temp – 24 degrees
Min temp – 5 degrees
Precipitation – 10 percent chance (less than 1mm)
UV Index – Very high

Saturday (October 11) – Sunny
Max temp – 23 degrees
Min temp – 8 degrees
Precipitation – 5 percent chance (less than 1mm)
UV Index – Very high

Sunday (October 12) – Mostly cloudy
Max temp – 22 degrees
Min temp – 4 degrees
Precipitation – 30 percent chance (less than 1mm)
UV Index – Very high

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