Water intake IS an interesting subject. As Vicky just pointed out in another thread it probably deserves a thread of its own. Martee had some interesting info about playing in the desert.
Here's my point of view:
42 C = 108 F and very humid
I once played a round in very humid condisions in Asia in that temperature. When the round was over I was pretty exhausted & could ACTUALY squeeze sweat of of my briefs(!). I walked, but had a caddie. After each three holes there was a kiosk serving stuff such as fresh coconut milk and fruits. Had a lot of that. I was pretty confused as to how to handle intake while playing. Any advice on the matter would be good.
20 +/- 3 C = 68 F and dryish
The temperature I normally play in. Walking with a pullcart. I have found that the best intake procedure is:
1/2 - 3/4 litre of water about 10-15 minutes BEFORE playing. If I do that I do not have to fiddle with drinks while playing the first 9 holes. After 9 holes I again drink 1/2 - 3/4 litre of water before starting the back 9. Again this leaves me without having to either go to the restroom, wanting to drink more or feel exhaused afterwards. Some of my buddies drink a lot more (saying "you should drink A LOT") and need to go into the woods 2 or even 3 times in a round - while I prepare for my next shot.
10 +/- 3 C = 50 F and dryish
Under these conditions (walking with pullcart) I am normally ok drinking just 1/2 litre of water for the full round.
Finally. In my mind: If you need to go to the restroom all the time you are having too much. If you feel exhausted afterwards you probably had too little.
And:
I prefer drinking what I need well BEFORE starting out. I feel it lets me focus on the game & not having to fiddle with bottles or looking for restrooms or big bushes all the time.
And:
Coke and sweet drinks make you tired at 12th tee.
Now tear me apart.
