US Open 2025 weather forecast: Wet conditions predicted for harsh Oakmont

The 2025 US Open is kicking off under a heavy weather cloud, with Oakmont Country Club already soaked from rain. The Pittsburgh area has recorded over eight inches of rain in the last five weeks, and the forecast for Monday includes steady showers and thunderstorms, which is the official practice day. It's expected to bring half an inch of additional rain.

Monday's rain is forecast to continue into the evening, creating wet, muddy conditions for players and spectators alike. The National Weather Service predicted showers and thunderstorms through the afternoon, tapering off only late in the evening. Temperatures are mild, hovering around 70° F, but the wet conditions are expected to keep the course soft and slow.

Tuesday's forecast offered some relief, with only a 20 percent chance of scattered afternoon showers and mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures will remain warm, and the weather should improve significantly, with sunny skies and no chance of rain, and highs in the mid-70s. However, the weekend forecast is still concerning. Saturday and Sunday could see returning thunderstorms and showers, with a 40 to 60 percent chance of precipitation each day and cooler temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s.

These conditions might soften the course again as the championship enters its final rounds. Meanwhile, players have also shared their perspective ahead of the US Open. Justin Thomas and Xander Schauffele emphasized the need for flexibility amid these conditions.

Thomas plans to dedicate extra time to short game practice off-course to be ready for changing green speeds, while Schauffele stressed that major championships always demand quick adjustments. Let's look at the power ratings and odds of the players entering this event.

2025 US Open: Power rankings reveal

The 2025 US Open is set to tee off on Thursday, June 12. As the third major of the season, the tournament drew a star-studded field of 156 players, including World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler.

Scheffler, who captured the PGA Championship title, enters Oakmont as the top-ranked contender according to the PGA Tour's latest power rankings. With three wins already this season, the 28-year-old Texas is gearing up to keep the momentum. Top 15 power rankings for the 2025 US Open, as per the PGA Tour:

• Scottie Scheffler
• Bryson DeChambeau
• Sam Burns
• Jon Rahm
• Sepp Straka
• Shane Lowry
• Rory McIlroy
• Keegan Bradley
• Harris English
• Joaquin Niemann
• Xander Schauffele
• Ben Griffin
• Ludvig Aberg
• Cameron Young
• Ryan Fox

Here's the list of top odds for the 2025 US Open:

• Scottie Scheffler +280
• Bryson DeChambeau +700
• Rory McIlroy +1100
• Jon Rahm +1200
• Xander Schauffele +2200
• Collin Morikawa +2500
• Ludvig Åberg +3000
• Joaquin Niemann +3300
• Tommy Fleetwood +4000
• Justin Thomas +4000
• Shane Lowry +4000
• Patrick Cantlay +4500
• Tyrrell Hatton +5000
• Brooks Koepka +5000
• Sepp Straka +5000
• Jordan Spieth+5500
• Viktor Hovland +5500
• Hideki Matsuyama +6500
• Corey Conners +7000
• Ben Griffin +7000
• Russell Henley +7000
• Sam Burns +8000
• Justin Rose +10000
• Patrick Reed +10000
• Keegan Bradley +10000
• Matt Fitzpatrick +10000
• Harris English +10000