Madrid E-Prix 2026 schedule: Preview, where to watch, Formula E race timings, weather forecast

Formula E is finally back in action with Round 6 in Spain. The maiden Madrid E-Prix will mark the return of Formula E to Spanish soil at the historic Circuito del Jarama. As it is a new addition to the Formula E calendar, surprises could be on the cards, both on and off the podium. There have been five different race winners in the first five races this season, and another new name could well join the list. Here is everything you need to know about the race timings, how and where to watch, the weather forecast and more.The maiden Madrid E-Prix weekend begins on Friday, 20 March, with a free practice. FP1 is scheduled to start at 4:30 pm local time (9:00 pm IST) and will last under an hour.Saturday, 21 March features a packed schedule. Free Practice 2 will take place in the morning at 8:30 am local time (1:00 pm IST). Qualifying for Round 6 is set for 10:40 am local time (3:10 pm IST). The Madrid E-Prix race will begin in the early evening at 3:05 pm local time (7:35 pm IST).The Madrid E-Prix weekend will conclude with a rookie test on Sunday, 22 March, where selected young drivers will take to the track at the Jarama circuit.Fans can follow live updates from the Madrid E-Prix via the official Formula E Race Centre on the website or app. Those looking to watch qualifying and the race live on television can tune in via the following broadcasters:India – Sony Sports NetworkSpain – DMAX, Discovery+, HBO Max, MARCA, RTVE Play, Teledeporte, Eurosport 2Europe – EurosportItaly – MediasetFrance and Monaco – L’ÉquipeUSA – Roku, CBS Sports NetworkUK – ITV, TNT SportsIndonesia – MNC TVJapan – J Sports, BS Fuji TVAustralia – Stan SportChina – Huya, Sina, Bilibili, CCTVCanada – TSN, TVA SportsSouth Africa – e.tvBrazil – Band TV, Grande PrêmioSouth America – Claro SportsNew Zealand – Sky TVAccording to AccuWeather, temperatures in Madrid on Friday, 20 March are expected to range between 8°C and 14°C, with heavy cloud cover and a chance of light drizzle.Rain is unlikely to affect race day, with conditions expected to be pleasant. Temperatures should be around 9°C during FP2 on Saturday morning, rising to approximately 12°C by midday, before dropping back to around 8°C during the race.Pascal Wehrlein currently leads the Formula E Drivers’ Championship with 68 points, with Mahindra Racing close behind on 62 points in the Teams’ standings.The 2026 season has already produced five different race winners. Jake Dennis claimed victory in Sao Paulo, while Nick Cassidy triumphed in Mexico City. Mitch Evans secured the win in Miami. Wehrlein won the opening race of the Jeddah double-header, with Antonio Felix da Costa taking victory in the second.As Formula E heads to a brand-new venue, all eyes will be on who emerges victorious at Jarama in Round 6.Also read: Madrid E-Prix: Antonio Felix Da Costa, Pepe Marti share excitement for maiden Spanish Formula E race