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Meteogram and wind rose for Baldoyle

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 12 and 24 km/h (7 to 15 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Mon 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 51 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 32 km/h (20 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Baldoyle

Baldoyle, known in Irish as Baile Dúill, is a coastal settlement in County Dublin. The wind here is influenced by its proximity to the Irish Sea. As with most coastal locations in Ireland, Baldoyle experiences generally higher wind speeds than inland areas. Gusts will typically exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during stronger wind events. County Dublin's coastal mean 10 m wind is approximately 4.5-6 m/s. The prevailing wind direction across County Dublin is from the west, though Baldoyle's specific coastal orientation means other directions can also be significant. Wind patterns are shaped by large-scale Atlantic weather systems, which frequently bring strong winds and gales to Ireland, especially in winter.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Baldoyle broadly follows that of County Dublin. Winter typically brings stronger winds, often from westerly directions, associated with Atlantic depressions. While the east coast offers some shelter from these, strong winds can still occur. Spring often sees the emergence of easterly winds, a distinctive Irish Sea pattern. Summer afternoons frequently experience a sea breeze effect, which can add 2-4 m/s to the wind speed near the coast and shift the wind direction onshore. This sea breeze is a notable feature of the warmer months, contrasting with the more dominant westerly flows of other seasons. Autumn transitions back to stronger, more unsettled conditions.

Exposure and shelter

Baldoyle's coastal location means it is exposed to winds from the Irish Sea. The specific degree of exposure depends on the wind direction relative to the coastline. While County Dublin is generally sheltered from the full force of Atlantic winds by the landmass of Ireland, it is strongly influenced by sea breezes. Urban environments, even in a town of Baldoyle's population band (5,000-10,000), can create localised effects such as funnelling between buildings or shelter in the lee of structures. Elsewhere in the county, features like Howth Head are known gust hotspots, and Dublin Bay can experience squally easterlies. These county-level observations indicate the varied wind conditions possible along the Dublin coastline.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are valuable for several activities in Baldoyle. For building and roofing, understanding wind speed and gust potential is crucial for safety and structural integrity. Farming activities, though less prevalent directly in Baldoyle, rely on wind data for spraying and silage timing. Local golf courses, such as Portmarnock Golf Club and Royal Dublin Golf Club, both approximately 3 km away, require wind information for play conditions. For sea users, including those involved in kitesurfing at Dollymount Strand (approximately 3 km away), precise wind direction and strength are essential for planning and safety. The wind also impacts general outdoor activities and can affect energy consumption for heating or cooling.

Near Baldoyle

Baldoyle is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Dublin Airport (8 km), Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (10 km) and Phoenix Park (15 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 68 km away.

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