What's the weather forecast for the Australian Grand Prix?

The weather forecast for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne's Albert Park makes for very pleasant reading, with temperatures set to rise as the weekend goes on and no rain expected. Here's how the three days are shaping up...

FRIDAY, MARCH 15 - FP1 & FP2 WEATHER

Conditions: Sunny with scattered cloud
Maximum temperature expected: 22 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%

SATURDAY, MARCH 16 - FP3 & QUALIFYING WEATHER

Conditions: Sunny with scattered cloud
Maximum temperature expected: 27 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%

SUNDAY, MARCH 17 - RACE WEATHER

Conditions: Sunny with scattered cloud
Maximum temperature expected: 28 Celsius
Chance of rain: 0%