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Dry Conditions Expected for 2026 Kentucky Derby

The 2026 Kentucky Derby on May 2 is forecast to be dry, with the Weather Channel predicting clear skies after recent storms.

The 152nd Kentucky Derby is set for Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Churchill Downs. After thunderstorms on Wednesday and cloudy skies on Thursday, forecasts now predict a dry track with sunshine on race day, giving horses and fans ideal conditions. esporist.org