Masters 2024 weather: Strong winds expected again during 2nd round Friday at Augusta National

Alexandra Koch, Augusta Chronicle
Apr 8, 2024; Augusta, Georgia, USA; A little wind hits the flag on no.2 during a practice round for the Masters Tournament golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale-USA TODAY Network
Apr 8, 2024; Augusta, Georgia, USA; A little wind hits the flag on no.2 during a practice round for the Masters Tournament golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale-USA TODAY Network

As Masters patrons get ready for the second round of tournament play, golfers are bracing for another windy day at Augusta National.

After a morning weather delay Thursday, strong winds rolled into the city, making an already challenging course even more harrowing.

The National Weather Service in Columbia predicts winds up to 21 mph Friday, with gusts reaching 35 mph.

The weather service issued a lake wind advisory which will go in effect at 11 a.m. Friday and remain in effect until 8 p.m.

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In the event of inclement weather, Augusta National will post a weather warning sign on scoreboards and message boards. When then sign appears, patrons are advised to avoid isolated trees and open areas.

Suspension of play will be signaled by an air horn. Patrons should take shelter immediately if they hear the sound.

Play was suspended twice during the second round of the 2023 Masters Tournament after three pine trees fell near the 17th hole due to strong wind gusts, according to previous reporting. There were no injuries.

Here is an in-depth weather forecast for the tournament, according to the National Weather Service and The Weather Channel:

Return to this story for periodic updates that reflect the latest forecast.

FILE - Apr 6, 2023; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Mateo Fernandez de Oliveira checks the wind on the 16th hole during the first round of The Masters golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Network
FILE - Apr 6, 2023; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Mateo Fernandez de Oliveira checks the wind on the 16th hole during the first round of The Masters golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Network

Friday's forecast – April 12 (Round 2)

  • Day: Sunny and breezy, with a high of 73 degrees.

  • UV index: 8 - very high

  • Winds: Up to 21 mph, with gusts reaching 35 mph.

  • Night: Clear skies, with a low of 50 degrees.

Saturday's forecast – April 13 (Round 3)

  • Day: Sunny, with a high of 77 degrees.

  • UV index: 8 - very high

  • Winds: Up to 14 mph

  • Night: Clear skies, with a low of 52 degrees.

Sunday's forecast – April 14 (Round 4)

  • Day: Sunny, with a high of 86 degrees.

  • UV index: 9 - very high

  • Winds: Up to 10 mph

  • Night: Mostly clear skies, with a low of 59 degrees.

This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Weather in Augusta: Wind gusts Friday, forecast for Masters week

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