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Sunny, hot weather and drying, crusty greens pushed Augusta National toward a brutal, fast test in the Masters opening round, with only a handful of under-par holes and an average score around 74.7; Rory McIlroy shot 67 to lead at 5-under as players navigated razor-thin margins that could tighten further if conditions firm up over the next three days.
As a Bay Area heat wave hits, this piece offers a practical, five-step approach to choosing a beach: decide the vibe you want, check the forecast (wind, marine layer, tides), scout live webcams, consider tides and access, and think about transit to avoid parking hassles, while highlighting safety around cold Pacific water and rip currents at popular spots like Ocean Beach.
The 2026 Formula 1 season starts with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, highlighting a major regulation overhaul and the debut of Audi and Cadillac, while outlining how to watch (UK: Sky/Now TV; US: Apple TV with select races in IMAX theatres) and detailing the weekend schedule (FP1/FP2/FP3, qualifying, and the race) plus the latest weather outlook for each day.
Two chances for light snowfall in the Boston area: a Wednesday morning event expected to last about 4–6 hours with a coating to 1 inch east of Route 495 and 1–2 inches west, with possible rain mixing in along the South Coast; most accumulation should melt by afternoon as sun returns; a small, uncertain chance of a Thursday night flurry if a southern storm brushes by; weekend forecast calls for near 50°F.
The 2026 Daytona 500 start time was moved up to 1:30 p.m. ET due to weather, with the green flag expected around 2:13 p.m. ET. The forecast calls for about 77°F and only a 1% rain chance at kickoff, with rain likely after 6 p.m. The race, broadcast on Fox and MRN/SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, is expected to run about three hours. Pole sitter Kyle Busch is chasing his first Daytona 500 win.
To dodge potential evening storms, NASCAR moved the Daytona 500 start up by an hour; the race is now set for Sunday at 1:30 p.m. ET with a green flag around 2:13 p.m. ET. FOX Weather projects a small rain chance early, increasing into the evening with possible thunderstorms if the race runs long, though conditions should be warm (high near 79 F) and mostly cloudy earlier, with light winds. The track’s lights offer flexibility, and organizers hope the earlier start reduces weather-related delays after last year’s rain-affected finish.
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on Groundhog Day 2026, signaling six more weeks of winter for much of the United States as forecasters warn of continued frigid temperatures through the weekend; the tradition, dating to 1887 and popularized by the film Groundhog Day, is cultural rather than scientific, with other regional prognosticators offering mixed readings.
The Patriots vs. Chargers NFL playoff game in Foxborough is expected to face cold temperatures around 30°F with wind and possible rain or snow, which could impact ball security and kicking, but both teams are accustomed to cold weather conditions.
A winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow and colder temperatures to Colorado, impacting mountain regions and the Denver metro area, providing some drought relief but also causing slick roads and travel disruptions.
The week in Austin starts with pleasant, warm weather in the 60s and 70s, with potential record highs on Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by limited rain mid-week due to a weak Pacific low, and a stronger cold front expected to bring more seasonable temperatures by Friday into the weekend.
A late Sunday night to Monday snow event is expected in Metro Detroit, mainly impacting areas north of M-59 with less than an inch of accumulation, followed by a warming trend with above-average temperatures and increased chances of rain through the week.
A dry Sunday is expected in Metro Detroit before a light snow event begins Sunday night into Monday morning, with 1-2 inches of snow possible, followed by warmer temperatures and rain later in the week.
The northern lights may be visible in over a dozen states, including Oregon, on Friday night due to geomagnetic storm conditions, although cloudy weather could hinder viewing in some areas.
Weather forecasts for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day indicate cold temperatures and snow in the Great Lakes and Northeast, with lake effect snow potentially dropping 1-3 feet, while the West experiences warmer-than-average temperatures and heavy rain, especially in Southern California, with flood watches issued.
Road conditions across Minnesota are gradually improving after a weekend snowstorm, with most roads in the Twin Cities now normal or partially covered. The storm caused over 400 crashes and injuries, but the situation is getting better, although another light snow system may impact the area early next week.