Cheltenham Festival 2024 weather forecast, going, track conditions

Never mind predicting a winner, it’s anyone’s guess what the weather will be like come day one of the Cheltenham Festival.

The extreme cold seems to be holding off for now, but rain could still have a say on how quick the ground turns out to be.

Any punters planning on having a bet with Paddy Power on any of the 28 races across the four days of the Fez will want to keep an eye on the weather forecast as a downpour could wreck your punt.

If you’re heading to Prestbury Park then, likewise, being well prepared with the right clothing will make a huge difference to your experience!

Cheltenham Festival odds can be found on the Paddy Power website and Paddy Power app, otherwise, the latest weather forecast for the local area is below. 

Cheltenham weather forecast

Wet conditions in the Cheltenham area is forecast for the start of March, which could have an impact on the Festival. As for the long forecast, the first three days of the meeting are predicted to be sunny before the rain returns on Gold Cup day.

Monday, March 4

High: 10 Degrees Celsius Low: 2 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Gusty winds and light rain

Tuesday, March 5

High: 11 Degrees Celsius Low: 1 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Light rain and light winds

Wednesday, March 6

High: 11 Degrees Celsius Low: 2 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Sunny intervals and light winds

Thursday, March 7

High: 11 Degrees Celsius Low: 4 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Sunny intervals and a gentle breeze

Friday, March 8

High: 12 Degrees Celsius Low: 5 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Sunny intervals and a gentle breeze

Saturday, March 9

High: 12 Degrees Celsius Low: 7 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Light rain and a moderate breeze

Sunday, March 10

High: 11 Degrees Celsius Low: 5 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Light rain and a moderate breeze

Monday, March 11

High: 11 Degrees Celsius Low: 5 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Light rain and a gentle breeze

Tuesday, March 12

High: 12 Degrees Celsius Low: 5 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Sunny intervals and a gentle breeze

Wednesday, March 13

High: 13 Degrees Celsius Low: 4 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Sunny intervals and a gentle breeze

Thursday, March 14

High: 13 Degrees Celsius Low: 6 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Sunny and a gentle breeze

Friday, March 15

High: 13 Degrees Celsius Low: 7 Degrees Celsius
Forecast: Light rain and a gentle breeze

Cheltenham going

The latest going report with the all-important track conditions will be available six days prior to the start of the Cheltenham Festival.