Atlanta Pep Boys 500 qualifying may rain out

The weather forecast for the Atlanta area is not looking good for Friday as the Weather Channel site forecast is: Periods of rain. Thunder possible. High near 55F. Winds E at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Rainfall possibly over one inch. And the National Weather Service forecast is:

Friday: Occasional rain, mainly before 2pm. High near 56. East wind between 10 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.

Friday Night: Occasional drizzle before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.