Wind forecast Athboy today

Wind in Athboy right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Athboy

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 24 km/h (4 to 15 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 44 km/h (27 mph) at Mon 13:00. 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 49 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 30 km/h (19 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Athboy

Athboy, or Baile Átha Buí, is situated in County Meath, an inland county. Wind patterns here are influenced by the general atmospheric circulation over Ireland, with prevailing westerly winds being common. These winds can bring depressions from the Atlantic, leading to periods of stronger winds and gusts. Gusts are transient increases in wind speed, typically exceeding the mean wind speed by a significant margin. While the county's coastal areas experience higher average wind speeds, inland locations like Athboy generally see slightly lower figures, approximately 3.5-5 m/s at 10 metres above ground level, based on county-level approximations. The precise wind conditions in Athboy will vary with weather systems and local topography.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Athboy generally follows that of County Meath. Winter typically brings the strongest winds, often from westerly directions, associated with Atlantic depressions. While the east coast of the county can be partly sheltered from these, inland areas still experience their effects. Spring can see the emergence of easterly winds, which are part of the distinctive Irish Sea weather patterns. During summer, a sea breeze can develop on the county's coastline, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to wind speeds and shifting the wind direction onshore. While Athboy is 45 km from the coast, the broader atmospheric conditions that drive these seasonal changes will still influence local wind patterns.

Exposure and shelter

Athboy is an inland town in County Meath, a low-lying agricultural county. This means it is generally more sheltered than coastal locations. However, the open nature of much of the county's farmland and the Boyne Valley can offer limited shelter from wind, allowing for relatively clear wind flow. Buildings and other structures within the town will create localised areas of shelter, particularly in their immediate lee, where wind speeds will be reduced. Conversely, funnelling effects can occur between buildings or through gaps in terrain, which can locally increase wind speeds. The general exposure of Athboy means it is less subject to the higher wind speeds characteristic of exposed coastal sites.

Local uses of the wind forecast

For agriculture in Athboy and the surrounding farmland, wind forecasts are important for activities such as spraying and silage timing, where specific wind conditions are required for effective and efficient operations. Building and roofing work also relies on accurate wind data, as high winds can pose risks to materials and personnel. In the context of the county's horse racing sector, wind conditions can affect race performance and safety at venues like Navan Racecourse. For general outdoor activities, including walking, understanding wind strength and direction is useful for comfort and planning. Wind chill, which is the perceived decrease in air temperature due to wind, is also a factor to consider, particularly in cooler months.

Near Athboy

Athboy is in Co. Meath, one of 17 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Dunsany (20 km), Mullingar (31 km) and Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (41 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 44 km away.

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