Port Royal Golf Course is set to host the Butterfield Bermuda Championship this weekend, but local players and fans will need to prepare for a challenging weather front. Meteorologists predict a steady rain from Friday evening that will intensify into a light shower on Saturday, with a 30‑mph wind gust off the Atlantic brushing the 7‑iron range.

Temperatures will hover around 68°F (20°C) during the day and dip to the mid‑teens at night, meaning golfers will need to factor in a cooler ball and a possible increase in pace of play. The Bermuda Meteorological Service has issued a wind advisory for the entire golf course, warning that the prevailing easterly breeze could make the 15‑meter back‑pin of the 18th hole more difficult than usual.

Organisers have urged participants to bring waterproof gear, and the club will be opening a sheltered practice area for those who need to protect their equipment. While rain can add an extra layer of excitement to a tournament, it may also delay play – the schedule has been adjusted to allow for a 30‑minute buffer between rounds.

Players will need to adapt to the dynamic conditions, but the championship’s reputation for testing skill in the face of nature is one reason it remains a highlight of Bermuda’s sporting calendar. The community looks forward to seeing whether the weather will favour the strong backswing or the more patient, strategic approach.