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What to wear golfing in fall
AI illustrationFall is many golfers' favorite season. Courses are quieter, the light is beautiful and the temperature can swing widely between the first tee and the 18th green. A few well-chosen layers make the most of it.
Expect a wide temperature swing#
Fall mornings can bring frost delays, then a mild afternoon, then a quick chill as the sun drops. Plan for all three: a polo, a mid layer and something warmer for the late holes.
The fall mid layer#
A heavyweight half-zip or a crewneck sweatshirt over a polo is the classic fall look. A half-zip is easier to adjust while you play; a crewneck is a relaxed option for casual courses and the 19th hole.
Hats and hands#
A beanie for the first few holes and a cap for midday covers most fall rounds. Some golfers keep a pair of winter mitts in the bag to wear between shots on the coldest mornings.
Fall colors#
Deeper colors suit the season: forest green, navy, cardinal and black, with gray, khaki or olive pants. Keep one accent at a time and the outfit always looks deliberate.
Plan around shorter days#
Sunset comes earlier every week in fall. Book tee times with enough daylight to finish, and expect the last few holes to feel noticeably colder than the middle of the round. In warm desert regions, some courses overseed in fall and close or limit play for a few weeks, so check with the course.
Questions#
What do you wear golfing on a fall morning?
A polo, a half-zip over it and a beanie for the first holes. Add a light shell or a warmer layer if a frost delay is likely.
Can you wear a crewneck sweatshirt golfing in fall?
At most public courses, yes. Some private clubs prefer a collar, so wear it over a polo and check with the pro shop.
What colors are best for fall golf?
Deeper shades like forest green, navy and cardinal suit the season and pair easily with gray, khaki or olive pants.
