Pocono Raceway weather
Pocono Raceway sits at roughly 1,800 feet in the Pocono Mountains, and that elevation shapes race weekend: June afternoons are pleasantly warm rather than hot, but mornings and evenings are cool and mountain thunderstorms build quickly in the afternoon. Many fans are surprised how much they want a jacket at the campsite.
7-day forecast
| Day | High / low | Rain chance | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | — / 43°F | 0% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Wednesday | 61° / 41°F | 0% | Mostly Sunny |
| Thursday | 61° / 43°F | 0% | Sunny |
| Friday | 64° / 44°F | 8% | Mostly Sunny |
| Saturday | 61° / 45°F | 26% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sunday | 62° / 45°F | 26% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Monday | 64° / 46°F | 16% | Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny |
National Weather Service forecast for the area around Pocono Pines, PA, refreshed hourly. Hourly detail and radar at weather.gov.
Typical race-weekend weather
| Month | Race | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | NASCAR Cup weekend | 75°F | 52°F | 4.6 in | 9 |
| July | — | 80°F | 56°F | 4.6 in | 8 |
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Mount Pocono (USC00365915). Rainy days are days with at least 0.1 in of precipitation.
Sun and shade
Pocono's grandstands are uncovered, so plan for full sun during the race. At this altitude UV is stronger than the mild temperature suggests, so use sunscreen even on a cool day.
If it rains
No standing weather guarantee published
Pocono's former "Worry-Free Weather Guarantee" page now redirects to Fan Shield, an optional ticket insurance product sold at checkout. It lists injury and illness, work travel conflicts, serious family illness, layoffs and mechanical breakdown — weather isn't among the examples given.
Because no rain-check policy is published, ask the ticket office (1-800-RACEWAY or tickets@poconoraceway.com) what happens to your tickets if the race is postponed before you buy.
Coolers, bags and umbrellas
Coolers
Coolers are welcome on all three days, up to 14 × 14 × 14 inches, and can hold beer, soda, water and food. No glass. All coolers and bags are subject to search.
Bags
Backpacks are allowed up to 18 × 18 × 14 inches.
Umbrellas
The track's FAQ doesn't mention umbrellas. Rain gear is sensible given how often afternoon storms roll in.
Gate rules checked against the track's official pages on 2026-09-23. Tracks change them between seasons, so confirm before race day.
What to bring
- A warm layer: June lows average about 52°F at this altitude
- Rain gear — June averages nearly nine days with measurable rain
- Sunscreen (any form is allowed) even if it feels cool
- A cooler up to 14 × 14 × 14 in with your own food and drinks — no glass
Pocono Raceway weather questions
Can you bring a cooler to Pocono Raceway?
Yes. Coolers up to 14 × 14 × 14 inches are welcome all three days and can hold beer, soda, water and food. Glass isn't allowed, and all coolers and bags may be searched.
Can you bring water into Pocono Raceway?
Yes. Water, soda, beer and food are all allowed inside your cooler, as long as nothing is in glass.
What happens if the Pocono race is rained out?
Pocono doesn't publish a standing rain-check policy; its old weather guarantee page now points to optional Fan Shield ticket insurance. Check with the ticket office on 1-800-RACEWAY before you buy.
Is there shade at Pocono Raceway?
The grandstands are uncovered, so expect full sun. At about 1,800 feet the sun is stronger than the temperature suggests, so wear sunscreen even on a cool day.
How cold does it get at Pocono Raceway in June?
NOAA's 1991–2020 normals for Mount Pocono put June highs near 75°F and overnight lows around 52°F, noticeably cooler than the cities below. Bring a jacket for mornings and evenings.