Wind forecast Ballinasloe today

Wind in Ballinasloe right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballinasloe

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 20 km/h (4 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 38 km/h (24 mph) at Mon 11:00. 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 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 Ballinasloe

Ballinasloe, or Béal Átha na Sluaighe, is located in County Galway, approximately 46 km from the coast. As an inland location, the wind patterns here are influenced by the broader Atlantic weather systems that affect Ireland, but with some moderation compared to coastal areas. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the west and southwest, driven by Atlantic depressions. These systems bring periods of stronger winds, with gusts typically exceeding the mean wind speed. The Wind Agent provides live data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust information to help understand these fluctuations. While Galway county experiences a dominant southwesterly wind, local topography around Ballinasloe will influence how these winds are experienced on the ground.

Seasonal pattern

Across County Galway, the strongest and gustiest winds are generally observed from November to February, coinciding with the peak activity of Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the period from June to August typically experiences the lightest winds. Although Ballinasloe is inland, this seasonal trend is broadly applicable. During summer afternoons, coastal areas of County Galway may experience a sea breeze, which can lift wind speeds, but this effect is less pronounced or absent inland. The general pattern of stronger winds in winter and lighter winds in summer is a consistent feature of the Irish climate, impacting Ballinasloe accordingly.

Exposure and shelter

Ballinasloe is situated inland, approximately 46 km from the coast. This distance means it is generally more sheltered than coastal locations in County Galway, where mean 10 m wind speeds are roughly 6.5-8.5 m/s, falling to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland. While the county has an Atlantic coastline, features like Slyne Head and Mace Head, mentioned as gust hotspots, are far from Ballinasloe and do not directly influence its local wind conditions. Local terrain, such as buildings and minor undulations, will create areas of both exposure and shelter within Ballinasloe, with wind funnelling possible in narrower passages. The nearby Lough Ree, approximately 25 km away, may have some localised effects on wind patterns over the water.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in Ballinasloe. For farming, understanding wind speed and direction is crucial for timing spraying operations and silage making. Building and roofing work benefits from knowing wind conditions to ensure safety and efficiency. For those involved in festivals and events, wind forecasts are important for setting up temporary structures and ensuring participant comfort. General outdoor activities like walking are also impacted by wind, particularly due to wind chill. While Ballinasloe is inland, the nearby Lough Ree offers opportunities for water-based activities where wind conditions are a key consideration for safety and enjoyment.

Near Ballinasloe

Ballinasloe is in Co. Galway, one of 14 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Gurteen (34 km), Athenry (38 km) and Mt Dillon (47 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Derrybrien Wind Farm, about 37 km away.

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