Wind speed and direction, rain windows, temperature, and UV — everything you need to pick the right time to play.
Wind is the most significant weather variable in golf. See current wind speed and direction — plan which holes will play into the wind and where you'll get help. Club up or down with confidence.
No one wants to get caught in a downpour on the back nine. The hourly forecast tells you exactly when rain arrives so you can choose a morning window or reschedule before you book your tee time.
Cold air is denser — you lose 2 yards per club for every 10°F drop below 75°F. Knowing the temperature helps you adjust club selection and decide whether it's worth warming up longer before your round.
A 4-hour round means extended sun exposure. High UV days call for SPF 50+ and a hat with a brim. It's Nice Out flags UV above 6 and shows when it peaks so you can reapply at the turn.
High humidity in summer can make a round feel brutal even at moderate temperatures. The comfort score factors in humidity so you know whether to tee off early or wait for afternoon cool-down.
Flexible schedule? Compare the whole week to find the best day for golf. See at a glance which day has the calmest winds, driest skies, and most comfortable temperature.
Golf attire needs to be comfortable through 4+ hours of changing conditions. Here's how to dress for the forecast.
Most golfers find sustained winds above 20 mph significantly affect shot shape and distance. At 25+ mph you'll be fighting the ball on every shot. Above 30 mph, scoring is very difficult — and crosswinds above 35 mph can make hazards feel impossible to avoid. Check the hourly forecast to find the calmest window of your day.
Cold temperatures reduce the compression of the golf ball and increase air density, both of which reduce distance. You can expect to lose roughly 2 yards per club for every 10°F below 75°F. On a 45°F morning, your driver might play 12+ yards shorter than a warm summer day. Club up accordingly.
No. Golf courses are the most dangerous places to be during lightning — open ground, metal clubs, and no shelter. Most courses have a policy to suspend play when lightning is within 8 miles. Watch the hourly forecast and leave the course the moment you hear thunder, regardless of where you are in the round.
Recent rain slows greens and causes balls to stop shorter on approach shots. It also makes rough grab the club more. Playing after rain means longer approach distances, shorter drives (wet fairways don't roll), and softer greens that hold better. Adjust your strategy accordingly, and check whether the course is cart-path-only.
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