If you’re looking for an average range that many people recommend, go with about 45-60 degrees Fahrenheit (or around 20-24 Celsius) as being ideal. But remember: this could vary depending on where you live geographically. What is the best way to store golf clubs in winter weather? Please make sure they’re in a dry place with good ventilation.
Do cold temperatures affect your golf clubs?
I know that colder temperatures can influence balls, but can leaving the clubs out in the cold (temperatures range from, say, 40 degrees on up) affect their performance and durability? I have graphite shafts on the woods and hybrid, steel shafts on the irons.
Should you play cold-weather golf?
Playing alone on a freezing day, every other thought tends to be, “Damn it’s cold” or “What am I doing out here?” You need brothers in arms to deflect all that. Cold-weather golf has its points. It gives you a fake sense of achieving something semi-heroic, golf’s version of the Shackleton Expedition.
What is the right temperature to wear for golf?
I consider it a sliding scale: 45 degrees with rain, 38 degrees without rain, 35 with bright sun. Alex Myers: When the number of layers you have to wear equals or surpasses the number of green jackets won by Jack Nicklaus.
How cold does it have to be to golf in Connecticut?
It can be 40 degrees, but if it’s a calm, sunny day, you can still have a great time. I’ve literally played some of my best golf during a round in Connecticut the day after Christmas.
Is it bad to use golf clubs in cold weather?
Can you store golf clubs in the cold? Even if you live in a region with cold weather, though lower temperatures aren't as damaging as heat, it can still cause grips to dry out and crack.
Can you play golf 40 degree weather?
It's all about the wind. It can be 40 degrees, but if it's a calm, sunny day, you can still have a great time. I've literally played some of my best golf during a round in Connecticut the day after Christmas.
Does temperature affect golf clubs?
Cold air is denser than warm air and creates additional drag on a ball. According to Trackman, the difference is approximately one yard of carry for every 10-degree change in temperature. So theoretically, you're looking at a loss of four yards if you're playing in 40 degrees as opposed to 80 degrees.
Can you play golf in 35 degrees?
When playing golf in 35 degrees, there is a harsh reality (aside from the fact that it is 35 degrees!) that you must face: You're going to be limited in the number of shots you can successfully pull off.
Can you golf in the winter?
Winter golf is still golf, which means it can be great. It just requires a bit of savvy and some thoughtful preparation. Here are 7 keys to playing through the cold and ice and snow. If you really want to feel the wind-chill factor, hop onto a golf cart and whip around the course.
Can you play on a frozen golf course?
Play is often delayed on courses during the winter due to frost on golf greens. The reason the club should not allow play on greens that are covered with frost is that the turf will be damaged from walking on the frost. The ice crystals in the frost can puncture the leaves from foot pressure.
Where do you store your golf clubs in the winter?
Don't store your clubs in the garage either. Moisture and cold temperatures can damage your grips, cause shafts to become brittle, and even break down the epoxy securing the club head to the shaft. There are two great places to store your clubs: a climate-controlled storage unit or a closet or corner inside your house.
Does cold affect golf balls?
Cold weather will make the ball fly shorter for a couple reasons. Cold air is denser than warm air and creates additional drag on the ball. More lift and drag makes the ball go higher and shorter. Tests show a loss of two yards of carry for every ten degrees below 75°.
Should You Leave Golf Clubs in a Hot Car?
I unfortunately learned this the hard way, but yes, it’s a bad thing, a very bad thing.
Is it OK to Leave Golf Clubs in Trunk?
Honestly, I leave mine in the trunk all the time, but I would still advise against it.
Is Cold Temperature Bad for Golf Clubs?
So let’s look at the flip side. Cold temperatures are not ideal for your golf club either.
Tips on Storing Your Clubs During The Cold Season
Before storage, first, ensure that the clubs are clean. Storing all the year’s grass and dirt is not a good idea as that will affect how your golf club strikes a golf ball. Do not assume that the cleaning buckets offered at the course are enough to clean the clubs.
How To Tell That Your Golf Clubs Were Damaged by Cold Weather
There are three ways to tell that your clubs have been damaged by cold weather.
What causes a driver to crack?
Continual use is the primary cause of a crack in a driver. The golf club incorporates metal construction that gives it sturdiness and longevity. This durable design can withstand several hits to serve your needs for a couple of years with accurate performance.
How can I tell if my driver head is cracked?
One of the most obvious ways to tell that you have a cracked driver head is via the sound produced when it comes in contact with the golf ball. Whether you play frequently or take golf as a leisure pastime, you can recognize the familiar post-wing sounds.
How to tell if your golf clubs are rusty?
There are three main ways to tell if your golf clubs have been damaged from cold weather: the color of the grip, whether or not there is any rust on the face of blades and shafts, and a cracked head cover. If you see that your grips have gone white, then this likely means they’ve absorbed moisture.
What temperature should I use for a refrigerator?
If you’re looking for an average range that many people recommend, go with about 45-60 degrees Fahrenheit (or around 20-24 Celsius) as being ideal.
How to keep a golf ball from scratching?
Maintain good care habits by wiping down all surfaces after each round, drying them thoroughly afterward with cloths or paper towels before putting them back in sleeves, or using caddies as well throughout play whenever necessary. Always keep equipment clean, dirt and debris build-up and can cause scratches.
Can you put a golf bag outside?
If possible, avoid putting your golf bag outside overnight during really cold temperatures; this will minimize the buildup of condensation, which can lead to rusting of metal parts and even cracking of shafts if left out for extended periods.
Pick Your Battles
There is such a thing as Too Cold To Play, but sometimes you need to experience that before you actually understand what that means.
A Little Story
The night before the round the temperatures dropped into the teens and we had an early morning tee time because it was a GolfNow Hot Deal. A few things were pretty obvious to me preparing for that round.
Wet and Cold Conditions
If you decide to go play golf on a day that you know is going to be raining and the temperature is around 35 – 45 degrees, you might be the type of person that would enjoy the frozen course.
Just Wet Condition
Wet conditions can be okay sometimes, I say okay because if you were playing in Hawaii and it started pouring down rain, you probably wouldn’t care that much. It’s definitely relative to the location you are playing.
Just Wind
This can be as frustrating as really cold temps or be pouring down rain. I say this because you may think you figured out how the wind will affect your ball after hitting it. But you come to find out when the ball ends up 30 yards off target, you underestimated the wind.
Snow
I have never played golf in the snow, mostly because when it snows here we like to go out and enjoy it by doing other activities. Sledding, snowmen, walking around, things like that. I don’t think I have even thought about playing in the snow but I know some people have.
Just Remember
Dress for the occasion, don’t assume that the weatherman knows everything. If you don’t dress for the occasion than at least prepare for the occasion by stuffing your golf bag with the essentials.
Under Armour ColdGear base layer
I have had a white UA compression shirt for more than a decade and it is still as effective as when I first wore it. It's so tight that it can take a little effort to put on and take off, but it's so stretchy that it has no adverse effect on my swing.
Galvin Green Drake pullover
This Swedish brand is primarily known for its best-in-class rain gear, but I sing the praises of their Drake pullover ($129, 8 colors) to any shivering golfer who'll listen.
Galway Bay golf pants
This Michigan-based brand makes good rain jackets as well, but I'm most impressed by their pants, which they appropriately designate as "All-Weather" rather than just for rain. If temperatures are going to be below 50, I'll just wear them instead of a pair of golf khakis or chinos, especially if it's going to be breezy.
HotHands
Available in big-box, sporting goods stores and online for less than $10 per pack of 10 (five packs of two each), HotHands are air-activated and will stay as warm as 135 degrees for up to 10 hours, meaning you could even squeeze in 36 holes with one pair, especially since cold weather usually means fast rounds since it tends to chase golfers away.
FootJoy RainGrip Gloves
Even if it's not wet out, these are a must for any golfer, either as a backup when your main glove fails or to provide a bit of extra comfort if it's bone-chilling cold outside. Their utility in the rain needs no introduction - they're the best ($23).
What is better for golf: wool or baseball?
A wool ski cap is preferred over a baseball cap (have to keep those ears warm and since heat escapes from the head, this type of headwear is preferable). On the hands winter gloves designed especially for golf or, at worse, rain gloves, will provide a slightly better grip and more warmth than a standard golf glove. Plus, they come in pairs.
Can you warm up golf balls?
Warming up golf balls beforehand is not prohibited, but there is a reason for that—it doesn’t work. Several years ago, Golf Laboratories performed a test that showed you could not get a ball warm enough to have any impact because the ball almost instantly adopts to the outside temperatures.
