Will rain, lightning impact NASCAR weekend at Nashville Superspeedway?

NASCAR is set to hold its Cracker Barrel 400 Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway on Sunday, May 31, 2026, with a green flag time of 6 p.m. However, the National Weather Service has forecast scattered to numerous thunderstorms throughout Friday and Saturday, with lightning remaining a concern for pre-race festivities on Sunday. Meteorologist Alexandra Holley indicated that precipitation and thunder chances are expected to peak before the race begins, though hopes are that conditions will clear in time for the main event.