Wind forecast Ballincollig today

Wind in Ballincollig right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballincollig

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 18 km/h (1 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 34 km/h (21 mph) at Sun 23:00. 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 52 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Thu 8/10, gusts to 31 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 Ballincollig

Ballincollig, or Baile an Chollaigh, is located in County Cork, approximately 11 km from the coast. As an inland location, it generally experiences less wind than coastal areas of the county. The county's dominant wind direction is from the south-west, a pattern often associated with Atlantic depressions affecting Ireland. While mean wind speeds inland in County Cork are approximately 4.5-6 m/s, gusts will frequently exceed this mean. The Wind Agent provides current wind conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts to help understand these variations. Wind speeds are typically measured at 10 metres above ground level, with higher speeds expected at greater heights, such as 80 m or 120 m, which are relevant for wind energy assessments.

Seasonal pattern

In Ballincollig, the wind follows a seasonal pattern typical of Ireland. Winter generally brings stronger winds, including gales, often from the south-west. Spring also sees dominant south-westerly winds. As summer approaches, wind speeds tend to be lighter. During summer afternoons, a sea breeze can develop along the south coast of County Cork, which may increase wind speeds by 2-4 m/s and shift the wind direction onshore. While Ballincollig is inland, this regional phenomenon can still influence broader atmospheric patterns. Autumn often sees a return to stronger, more unsettled conditions as Atlantic weather systems become more prevalent.

Exposure and shelter

Ballincollig's inland location, 11 km from the coast, means it is generally more sheltered than exposed coastal areas of County Cork. Inland areas typically experience lower mean wind speeds compared to the county's coastal regions. Local terrain and urban structures within Ballincollig can create further variations in wind exposure. Buildings and other obstacles can provide shelter, reducing wind speeds immediately downwind, but they can also funnel wind, leading to localised increases in speed or gustiness. The nearest observing station is Cork Airport, approximately 7 km away, which provides a good indication of regional wind conditions, though local effects within Ballincollig will always lead to microclimates.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions is relevant for various activities in Ballincollig. For farming, wind forecasts are important for timing spraying operations and silage making, ensuring efficiency and avoiding drift. Building and roofing work requires knowledge of wind strength, particularly gusts, for safety and material handling. For those involved in the county's pharma and manufacturing or food processing sectors, wind can influence outdoor operations or transport logistics. General outdoor activities like walking or attending GAA matches can be made more comfortable with an awareness of wind chill and gust potential. The county's wind energy sector also relies on accurate wind data for operational planning at sites like the Boggeragh Wind Farm, approximately 33 km away.

Near Ballincollig

Ballincollig is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Cork Airport (7 km), Cork Airport EICK (METAR) (8 km) and Roches Point (26 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Boggeragh Wind Farm, about 33 km away.

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