Snowball Derby
Five Flags Speedway
RaceWeather Forecast
Thu 12/4
Sat 12/6
Cloudy & Rain
Marginal risk of flooding
NE winds, 6–12 mph
Hi: 60°F, Lo: 51°F
Fri 12/5
Rain & chance of t-storms
Marginal risk of flooding
East winds, shifting NW, 5-10 mph
Hi: 66°F, Lo: 49°F
Cloudy & Rain
NE winds, 6–12 mph
Hi: 53°F, Lo: 45°F
Snowball Derby
Weather Forecast Discussion
Early in the forecast period, a moisture-rich Gulf feed will fuel periodic rain and thunderstorms Friday into Saturday. This pattern is typical for the Florida Panhandle when the southern branch jet interacts with warm, moist air over the Gulf of Mexico.
While instability and shear may be marginal, it will be enough for scattered convective activity, particularly in the late afternoon and evening hours Friday and Saturday. Rainfall timing may affect qualifying and support-race schedules, with potential for delays or red-flags if the oval gets too wet.
With repeated rain, standing water or saturated infield/drainage may lead to localized track ponding. The potential for drying is Sunday increases as convection subsides Saturday night and clouds break, diurnal mixing and southerly return flow could help warm the air and dry the racing surface by late morning — setting the stage for a cleaner, safer main event.
Be sure to visit the Five Flags Speedway website to stay appraised of possible postponements and schedule changes
More about the Snowball Derby - Five Flags Speedway
The Snowball Derby, held annually at Five Flags Speedway in Pensacola, Florida, stands as one of the most prestigious short-track events in North America. Since its inaugural running in 1968, the Derby has evolved into the crown jewel of pavement Super Late Model racing, drawing champions, emerging stars, and national-level talent to the Florida Panhandle each December. The 300-lap feature is widely viewed as a career-defining race, blending endurance, precision, and strategy on one of the most demanding half-mile ovals in the country.
Five Flags Speedway itself is a unique stage for this level of competition. The track is known for its highly abrasive asphalt, which places a premium on tire management and long-run consistency. Its distinctive shape, tight radii, and temperamental surface give drivers a technical challenge unlike any other short track on the circuit. Fans and teams alike appreciate the venue’s old-school character — a facility steeped in tradition yet capable of hosting a modern, internationally recognized event.
Each year, the Snowball Derby brings together a week of practice, qualifying, support-series racing, and festivities that culminate on Sunday with one of the most intense 300-lap battles in motorsports. For many drivers, winning at Pensacola is not just a victory — it’s a legacy.
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