The Rest

Just had a quick look at all the odds for the day...  Not one fav from Team Orange! In the WFA Legarto has been backed, on that rain arriving? To my eye, she looked just that wee bit pretty, I noted she should improve on that run... tad thin though now at 4.40 

yes and all that following a six week gap with NO grass track racing in Canterbury!  It's bullshit really

It is one of those tricky forecasts. The rain arrives a couple of hours early, it is wet all day The weather arrives a few hours late, they just get the program finished before the rain    

Just back Tim Williams when he is on them. They seem to fire for him.  Dickie not much of a driver since he came back from Australia. Seems to end up parked or no room on too many horses that should be winning.  He can still get one home if he is in front. Several drivers like that in the South as well. Cox, Smith and a few of the girls Green, Tomlinson's, Thornley's you want to be on them if they are in front or trail but no thanks if they are back in the field. Up the middle with no room the norm.

For the horse racing meeting on Boxing Day in Auckland, the weather from 12 PM to 5 PM is expected to be **cloudy with a high chance of rain developing in the early afternoon**. You should plan for wet conditions. ### 📅 Hourly Forecast for 12 PM to 5 PM Based on the most detailed forecast available, here is the expected weather for Friday, December 26th: | Time | Temperature (°C) | Condition | Chance of Rain | Expected Rainfall | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **12 PM** | 24° | Cloudy | 30% | Trace | | **1 PM** | 22° | Rain | **100%** | 3.2 mm | | **2 PM** | 22° | Rain | **100%** | 5.6 mm | | **3 PM** | 22° | Showers | 90% | 1.3 mm | | **4 PM** | 22° | Showers | 90% | 1.0 mm | | **5 PM** | 21° | Showers | 90% | 0.6 mm | ### 🌤️ Overall Day Summary & What to Expect The general forecast for Auckland on Friday confirms the afternoon will be **cloudy with breezy winds**. *   **Weather**: The morning may start dry, but **rain is highly likely to move in during the afternoon**. Other forecasts also mention "a couple of showers" for the day. *   **Temperature**: Warm, with highs around **21-24°C** during the event. *   **Wind**: Expect **breezy West to Southwest winds**, which could be noticeable in open areas like a racetrack. ### 💡 Practical Tips for Your Day Given this forecast, here are a few suggestions: *   **Essential Gear**: Bring a **waterproof jacket or poncho**. An umbrella is also a good idea, but be mindful of wind and other racegoers. *   **Footwear**: Wear **closed-toe shoes with good grip**, as the grass areas may become wet and slippery. *   **Layering**: Dress in layers. While it will be warm, the breeze and potential rain can make it feel cooler. I hope this detailed forecast helps you plan for the races. Would you like me to check the weather for a specific racetrack location, such as Ellerslie or Pukekohe Park, for more localized information?