Wind Rose: How to Choose an Apartment with the Ideal Microclimate and Comfort

🌬 What is a wind rose, and why does it matter when buying real estate? Choosing an apartment with a terrace? Want it to feel fresh inside, not stuffy? Then you need a wind rose — it’s like a compass, but not for navigation, for comfort. A wind rose is a diagram that shows: ✔️ where the wind most often comes from ✔️ how strong and how frequent it is Why does this matter? — Natural ventilation if the windows face the wind — Comfort on the balcony — no strong drafts and no “steam room” effect — Less dust, noise, and odors from roads or construction sites — Savings on air conditioning — Less dampness, lower risk of mold For an investor, this means: — More comfort = higher rental demand — Fewer complaints from tenants — Long-term resilience of the property ⸻ How to check the wind rose for your area on Windfinder: 1. Go to the website: https://www.windfinder.com 2. At the top, in the search bar, enter the location you need — for example: Canggu, Uluwatu, Nusa Dua, Sanur, Ubud 3. Select the location from the dropdown list — the forecast page will open 4. Scroll down to the “Wind statistics” section 5. There you will see the wind rose — a circular chart of wind directions 6. You can switch between months to see seasonal changes