BMW Championship weather: Storms heading to Castle Pines

The weather at the BMW Championship at Castle Pines Golf Club is expected to be a significant factor, particularly in the early rounds. Here's a breakdown of the forecast:

• Tuesday (Aug. 20): Mostly sunny in the morning with increasing clouds in the afternoon. High temperatures around 91°F, with a 20% chance of late-day showers or thunderstorms between 6-8 p.m.

• Wednesday (Aug. 21): The weather pattern becomes more active, with a chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Winds may reach up to 15 mph, and the high temperature is expected to be around 90°F.

• Thursday (Aug. 22): Cooler temperatures, with a high of 84°F, but the chances of afternoon thunderstorms remain high. Winds could gust up to 15 mph.

• Friday (Aug. 23): Similar to Thursday, with scattered thunderstorms expected throughout the day. The high will be 86°F, with continued winds at around 15 mph.

• Saturday (Aug. 24): Thunderstorm chances decrease, but the heat returns with a high of 87°F. Winds are expected to strengthen, reaching up to 20 mph.

• Sunday (Aug. 25): Conditions will be similar to Saturday, with a high of 86°F and winds up to 20 mph.

The thunderstorms and gusty winds, especially in the afternoons, could pose challenges for the golfers, potentially affecting play and adding drama to the tournament. The drier conditions over the weekend should allow for smoother rounds, but the increased winds could still impact play.