I know the current code implements the written rules but it seems many players agree that:

1) Wind changes too often.
2) The direction is too random.


Proposed:

1) Only check for a wind change once every 4 turns.

2) Only allow the wind to change direction by 1 compass point in either direction.
(If it's heading N, then it can only change to NE or NW. If it's heading N it's not allowed to completely reverse direction and change to S or SE or SW on that turn.)
Only six compass points on a hex map. I think you get the idea.

Thoughts for or against?
Is this hard to code?

GOOD IDEA
Ive been thinking about this too.
Although my solution more complex.
I like the wind changes as it can turn a game, and can make it worth playing on even if you look beaten.
I agree that it can be very sudden and erratic.
I would rather that you keep the change in strength and direction as is. but have some kind of weather forecasting box. Rather than totally random, you could have a notification: EG "There is 20% chance of the wind getting stronger this turn. There is 75% of the wind backing" You could at least use this knowledge so you are not so screwed buy an totally out of the blue change.

I think it will make the game much more enjoyable.