Masters Saturday 2024 forecast: Patrons to enjoy sunny skies, but should be wary of pollen

Alexandra Koch, Augusta Chronicle
FILE - Apr 3, 2023; Augusta, Georgia, USA; A course worker trims the grass around a new cup on the no. 17 green during a practice round for The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Network
FILE - Apr 3, 2023; Augusta, Georgia, USA; A course worker trims the grass around a new cup on the no. 17 green during a practice round for The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Network

After battling strong winds during the first two rounds of The Masters, golfers and patrons can look forward to beautiful weekend weather during the final two rounds of the tournament.

The National Weather Service in Columbia predicts sunny skies Saturday and Sunday, with high temperatures ranging from 77 to 86 degrees.

However, patrons are not completely in the clear. Along with the good weather, comes pollen.

The Weather Channel predicts grass pollen will be at the "very high" level and tree pollen will be at the "moderate" level.

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Patrons should take the following precautions to help manage their allergies, according to The Weather Channel:

  • Shower and change after being outside

  • Keep windows shut

  • Pick up allergy relief, such as medications and nasal sprays

  • Bring tissues to the course

Here is an in-depth weather forecast for the final two rounds of 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 3, 2023; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Patrons walk past an azalea bush as they enter the course during a practice round for The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Network
FILE - Apr 3, 2023; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Patrons walk past an azalea bush as they enter the course during a practice round for The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Network

Saturday's forecast – April 13 (Round 3)

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

  • UV index: 8 - very high

  • Winds: Up to 13 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: 8 - very high

  • Winds: Up to 10 mph

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

This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Masters Saturday 2024 forecast: Sunny skies and pollen

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