The Open Championship is known for testing the world's best golfers on a demanding links course.
During this time of year, Southport, England, experiences around 17 hours of daylight. Sunrise is typically around 5:00 AM and the sunsets between 9:20-10:00 PM (BST).
Weather conditions are capable of changing in a matter of hours, it has a major factor in how the course will play. As of now, the dry and sunny conditions will make the course firmer and faster.
As the 2026 Open Championship approaches, here's a look at the latest weather forecast and conditions golfers can expect this week at Royal Birkdale.
Tuesday
Temperature: Highs of 80° F / sunny; Wind: E 12-18 mph, gusts up to 28 mph; Rain: 0%.
Wednesday
Temperature: Highs of 82° F / partly sunny; Wind: E, 10-16 mph, gusts up to 24 mph; Rain: 10%.
Thursday
Temperature: Highs of 82° F / partly cloudy; Wind E to NE, 8-14 mph, gusts up to 20 mph; Rain: 10%.
Friday
Temperature: Highs of 77° F / partly cloudy; Wind: N, 8-14 mph, gusts up to 20 mph; Rain: 20%.
Saturday
Temperature: Highs of 75° F / mostly sunny; Wind: N, 8-14 mph, gusts up to 20 mph; Rain: 20%.
Sunday
Temperature: Highs of 73° F / mostly sunny; Wind: NW 8-14 mph, gusts up to 21 mph; Rain: 5%.
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