Wind forecast Ballinrobe today

Wind in Ballinrobe right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballinrobe

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 6 and 21 km/h (4 to 13 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 39 km/h (24 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 25 km/h (16 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Ballinrobe

Ballinrobe, or Baile an Róba, is situated in County Mayo, an Atlantic county. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the west and southwest, and this is reflected in the county's dominant wind direction. Wind speeds in Ballinrobe will typically be lower than those experienced directly on the coast. While coastal areas in Mayo can see mean 10 m wind speeds of 6.5-8.5 m/s, inland locations like Ballinrobe are more likely to experience speeds of approximately 5-7 m/s. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and can be significantly higher, especially during Atlantic depressions. The Wind Agent provides both live and historical data for mean wind speeds and gusts.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Ballinrobe generally follows that of County Mayo. The strongest and gustiest winds are typically observed from November to February, coinciding with the passage of Atlantic depressions. During these months, the frequency and intensity of strong winds are at their highest. Conversely, the lightest winds are usually experienced from June to August. While sea breezes can lift afternoon wind speeds on the coast during summer, this effect is less pronounced inland. Coastal observing stations and offshore buoys in Mayo can provide an early indication of approaching weather fronts, often several hours before they reach inland areas such as Ballinrobe.

Exposure and shelter

Ballinrobe is located approximately 29 km from the coast, placing it inland within County Mayo. As such, it benefits from some shelter compared to the highly exposed coastal areas of the county. The general principle is that wind speeds decrease with distance from the coast and can be further reduced by terrain features. While the county as a whole is exposed to Atlantic weather systems, local topography around Ballinrobe will influence specific wind patterns, creating areas of both increased exposure and shelter. Buildings and local landscape features can also create localised funnelling effects or provide shelter in their lee, impacting wind conditions at ground level.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in Ballinrobe. For agriculture, which is a significant sector in Mayo, wind forecasts are crucial for planning activities such as spraying and silage timing, ensuring optimal conditions for these operations. Building and roofing work also benefits from wind data, as strong winds can impact safety and material handling. Given the presence of Lough Mask and Lough Corrib nearby, wind conditions are relevant for any lake-based recreational activities. For general outdoor activities like walking, understanding wind speed and direction can help in planning routes and preparing for wind chill, particularly in open areas.

Near Ballinrobe

Ballinrobe is in Co. Mayo, one of 13 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Claremorris (18 km), Newport (39 km) and Knock Airport (41 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Cloosh Valley Wind Farm, about 23 km away.

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