Jay Monahan’s Misery Continues as Bad Weather to Strike at Wells Fargo Championship 2024

The weather has not been the PGA Tour’s best friend this year! Almost every event has faced the wrath of Mother Nature, and it just does not seem to get better. The repercussions of poor weather have been so hazardous that they have led to delays, suspensions, and even the cancellation of rounds. During the RBC Heritage, Monahan faced backlash from the community for hosting the tournament in severe conditions. Although it was not Monahan’s mistake, as he does not control the weather, it seems he will soon be on the receiving end of the fans’ wrath again, just like he was during the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.

As the PGA Tour approaches the sixth signature event of the season, the Wells Fargo Championship, the primary concern remains unchanged. Will the weather hinder the play at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte? Sadly, as per the weather appropriations, yes!

The weather outlook for the first two rounds of the Wells Fargo Championship

Before the first round even begins, there’s a notable weather concern with a 25-30% chance of thunderstorms. This probability jumps significantly to 60% for Thursday, raising concerns for players as they could face delays in their tee times. Thursday is described as “the most active weather day” of the week. The rainfall is projected to be around 0.25 inches with winds from west flowing at 10-20 mph, with gusts up to 24 mph. The highest temperature expected for the day is 83°F and the lowest is 71°F.

The outlook for the second round is also uncertain, as there’s a notable 40% chance of showers. With rainfall potentially reaching up to 10 inches and temperatures dropping as low as 63°F, there’s also concern about north-west wind speeds ranging from 8 to 15 mph. The wind speeds could impact the golfers’ game as they can adversely affect the distance.

While adverse weather conditions could affect the first and second rounds, there’s anticipation that conditions may improve during the third and fourth rounds.

The weather conditions for the third and fourth rounds

With the chances of thunderstorms and rain dropping close to zero percent for Saturday, there’s optimism that the tournament could proceed smoothly into the fourth round without encountering delays. However, the temperature continues to be a significant concern, anticipated to reach a low of 55°F and a high of 74°F. Saturday temperature will possibly mark the lowest throughout all four rounds. The expected wind speed fluctuating between 6 and 12 mph is unlikely to pose a significant challenge.

The forecast for the final round mirrors that of the third round, with almost no chance of rain and partly cloudy weather expected. Temperatures are anticipated to range from 75°F to 57°F, accompanied by a moderate wind speed of 6–12 mph. Upon reviewing the forecast, only the first and second rounds seem to be causes for concern.

The weather is inherently uncertain, and conditions can change throughout the day. Do you think the Wells Fargo Championship will also experience delays, leaving the Tour Commissioner speechless as seen in some previous PGA Tour events?