Golf Wind Guide
Trade winds at Punta Espada can change club selection by 3-4 clubs on ocean holes. Morning rounds are calmer. Understanding wind patterns is essential for scoring.
Trade Winds at Punta Espada
The Caribbean trade winds blow east-to-west and build through the day. At 7am, you might face 5-10mph. By 1pm, it's 20-25mph. This dramatically affects Punta Espada's 8 ocean holes — the par 3 6th can play as a 7-iron in calm conditions or a 4-hybrid in full wind.
Wind Strategy Tips
- Book early tee times: 7-8am means less wind on the ocean holes.
- Listen to your caddie: They know the wind patterns better than any visitor.
- Club up generously: Being long on ocean holes is always safer than short.
- Play for position, not pin: Center of green is always the smart play in wind.