Wind forecast Ballyboden today

Wind in Ballyboden right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballyboden

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 25 km/h (4 to 16 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 52 km/h (32 mph) at Mon 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 Mon 5/10 with gusts to 52 km/h (32 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 Ballyboden

Ballyboden, situated in County Dublin, experiences a wind climate influenced by its inland location, approximately 10 km from the coast. While sheltered from the direct impact of Atlantic depressions, the county's general wind patterns still affect the area. Coastal mean 10 m wind speeds in Dublin are roughly 4.5-6 m/s, with inland areas like Ballyboden typically seeing around 3.5-5 m/s. Gusts will exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during stronger weather systems. The prevailing wind direction for County Dublin is westerly. As an inland location, Ballyboden will generally experience less intense winds compared to exposed coastal areas elsewhere in the county, such as Howth Head.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Ballyboden largely follows that of County Dublin. Winter typically brings stronger westerly gales, though the east coast, where Dublin is located, offers some partial shelter. Spring can see distinctive easterlies, a common Irish Sea pattern. Summer afternoons near the coast are influenced by sea breezes, which can add 2-4 m/s to wind speeds and shift the wind direction onshore. While Ballyboden is inland, these sea breeze effects can still be felt, albeit diminished. Autumn often presents a transition, with increasing frequency of stronger winds as winter approaches. Overall, wind speeds tend to be higher in the colder months and lighter during summer.

Exposure and shelter

Ballyboden's inland position, 10 km from the coast, provides a degree of shelter compared to more exposed coastal locations within County Dublin. The Dublin Mountains to the south also offer some shelter from southerly winds. However, as with any built-up area, local topography and structures can create microclimates. Wind can be channelled or funnelled between buildings, potentially leading to localised increases in speed or turbulence. Conversely, areas in the lee of larger buildings or terrain features may experience shelter. The general county-level observation is that inland areas are less windy than coastal ones, and this holds true for Ballyboden.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Precise wind information in Ballyboden is valuable for several local activities. For the construction sector, understanding wind speed and direction is crucial for crane operations, working at height, and securing materials. Individuals involved in finance and technology may monitor wind conditions for facility management, especially for server cooling or renewable energy installations. While not directly coastal, wind can still affect local tourism, particularly outdoor events. For general recreation, such as walking or cycling, knowing the wind strength and direction helps in planning routes and understanding potential wind chill. Farming activities in the wider area, such as spraying or silage timing, also depend on favourable wind conditions.

Near Ballyboden

Ballyboden is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Casement (9 km), Phoenix Park (9 km) and Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (14 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 54 km away.

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