Wind forecast Abbeyfeale today

Wind in Abbeyfeale right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Abbeyfeale

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 20 km/h (2 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 38 km/h (24 mph) at Sun 14:00. Speeds are in km/h with miles per hour underneath. Direction is where the wind comes from.

Seven-day gust outlook

The windiest day of the week is Fri 9/10 with gusts to 57 km/h (35 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 25 km/h (16 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Abbeyfeale

Abbeyfeale, or Mainistir na Féile, is an inland town in County Limerick. The wind patterns here are influenced by its position within the county, which is characterised as an inland Shannon county. General wind speeds across inland areas of Limerick are approximately 4.5-6 m/s, though this is an average and actual conditions vary. Wind speeds are typically measured at 10 metres above ground level, but for applications such as wind energy, heights of 80 metres or 120 metres are relevant, where wind speeds are generally higher. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The prevailing wind direction in County Limerick is from the south-west, a common pattern across much of Ireland due to the influence of Atlantic weather systems. These systems frequently bring westerly and south-westerly winds.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Abbeyfeale aligns with general trends observed across County Limerick. Winter typically experiences stronger winds, with gales occurring, while spring is often dominated by south-westerly winds. Summer generally brings lighter wind conditions. During summer afternoons, a sea breeze effect can be observed in coastal areas, though Abbeyfeale's inland location, approximately 22 km from the coast, means this effect is less direct here. Atlantic depressions are a primary driver of wind conditions throughout the year, bringing varied weather. The county notes indicate that the Shannon estuary, located elsewhere in the county, can funnel westerlies, and hill sites also see stronger gusts. However, these are county-level observations, and local conditions in Abbeyfeale will differ.

Exposure and shelter

Abbeyfeale is situated inland, approximately 22 km from the coast. This inland location generally provides more shelter compared to exposed coastal areas, where wind speeds tend to be higher. The surrounding terrain can influence local wind conditions, with shelter provided by buildings and local topography. However, precise local terrain features are not detailed in the available context. The county is described as an inland Shannon county with the Shannon estuary to the west and the Golden Vale to the south. While the Shannon estuary funnels westerlies elsewhere in the county, Abbeyfeale's specific exposure will be determined by its immediate surroundings. Wind chill, the perceived decrease in air temperature felt by the body on exposure to wind, is a factor to consider in windy conditions, particularly during colder months.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are valuable for various activities in and around Abbeyfeale. For agriculture, a significant sector in County Limerick, wind data is crucial for planning spraying operations, timing silage harvesting, and managing livestock. The pharma & manufacturing sector, also present in the county, may utilise wind information for operational planning, particularly for processes sensitive to environmental conditions. For general outdoor activities such as walking, understanding wind conditions helps in planning. Building and roofing work requires wind information for operational planning and ensuring conditions are suitable. While the county has a port (Foynes) and aviation (Shannon) as economic sectors, Abbeyfeale itself is inland, so direct wind impacts on these specific activities are less immediate for the town itself.

Near Abbeyfeale

Abbeyfeale is in Co. Limerick, one of 12 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Kerry Airport EIKY (METAR) (27 km), Shannon Airport (43 km) and Shannon Airport EINN (METAR) (44 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Tournafulla Wind Farm, about 9 km away.

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