Wind forecast Ballaghaderreen today

Wind in Ballaghaderreen right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballaghaderreen

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 23 km/h (1 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Sun 15:00. 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 48 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 23 km/h (14 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Ballaghaderreen

Ballaghaderreen, or Bealach an Doirín, is situated inland in County Roscommon, approximately 33 km from the coast. As with most of Ireland, the prevailing winds are from the west and southwest, influenced by Atlantic weather systems. These systems frequently bring periods of stronger winds and gusts across the country. While inland locations generally experience less wind exposure than coastal areas, gusts can still significantly exceed the mean wind speed. The county's mean 10 m wind speed is roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s, with higher values on exposed hills elsewhere in the county. The live wind data for Ballaghaderreen, including current conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust trends, provides specific local information.

Seasonal pattern

The wind patterns in Ballaghaderreen follow a seasonal trend typical of inland regions in Ireland. County Roscommon generally experiences its calmest conditions during summer and autumn. The windiest spells are more common in winter and early spring, when frontal systems from the Atlantic frequently cross the country. During these periods, hills and open bogland elsewhere in the county can experience the biggest gusts. While Ballaghaderreen is not coastal, the broader regional climate indicates that strong winds are primarily associated with these seasonal weather systems rather than localised coastal effects. The live data provides specific detail for current and recent conditions.

Exposure and shelter

Ballaghaderreen's inland location means it is less exposed to direct oceanic winds compared to coastal towns. However, wind exposure can vary significantly within the town and its immediate surroundings. Local terrain features, such as buildings, trees, and small rises in the landscape, can create both shelter and funnelling effects. Wind speeds can be reduced in the lee of obstructions, while funnelling can occur between structures, potentially increasing local wind speeds. The nearby Ireland West Airport Knock EIKN, approximately 16 km away, provides an indication of regional wind conditions, though local variations in Ballaghaderreen will depend on specific site characteristics.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in Ballaghaderreen and the surrounding area. For agriculture, knowing wind speed and direction is crucial for planning spraying operations and timing silage cutting, ensuring optimal conditions. The manufacturing sector may consider wind conditions for certain outdoor processes or structural considerations. For those involved in tourism, understanding the wind can help in planning outdoor activities. The developing wind energy sector in the county relies on precise wind data for site assessment and operational efficiency. Building and roofing work also benefits from wind forecasts, particularly when working at height or handling large materials.

Near Ballaghaderreen

Ballaghaderreen is in Co. Roscommon, one of 4 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Ireland West Airport Knock EIKN (METAR) (16 km), Knock Airport (16 km) and Markree (32 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Loughderryduff Wind Farm, about 31 km away.

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