Weather at The Masters 2022: Augusta forecast calls for trying conditions

Apr 4, 2022; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Morning light hit the flag pin on the no. 10 green during a practice round of The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 4, 2022; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Morning light hit the flag pin on the no. 10 green during a practice round of The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports /
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The penultimate round of The Masters this year takes place on Saturday, Apr. 9. Here is what the weather forecast looks like for the day at Augusta National Golf Course.

The Masters continues on Saturday, Apr. 9 from Augusta National Golf Course with Round 3.

Heading into the penultimate round, Scottie Scheffler leads the way after shooting -8 under par through the first two days of the event. He carried a comfortable five-shot lead over the field, which tied a Masters record.

With the third day at Augusta National taking place, fans have to be wondering if the weather will play a factor. Here is what the forecast looks like for Saturday.

Weather at The Masters 2022

It is certainly going to be a trying forecast for those participating in Round 3.

According to AccuWeather.com, it is expected to be partly sunny throughout the day but with a 49 percent probability of rain in the afternoon. Not only that, but there will be wind gusts up to 30 mph that will make it a chilly day at Augusta National.

Golf fans will certainly keep their eyes peeled for rain throughout the television broadcast, which begins at 3:00 p.m. ET.

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