Wind forecast Ballygar today

Wind in Ballygar right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballygar

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 6 and 23 km/h (4 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Mon 05:00. 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 54 km/h (34 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 Ballygar

Ballygar, or Béal Átha Ghártha, is situated inland in County Galway, approximately 50 km from the coast. As with much of Ireland, the prevailing winds are from the west and south-west. Wind speeds typically decrease further inland from the coast. While coastal areas of Galway experience mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 6.5-8.5 m/s, inland locations like Ballygar would generally experience lower speeds, falling to about 5-7 m/s, based on county-level approximations. Gusts, which are short, sharp increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and can be influenced by local terrain. The Wind Agent provides live data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts specific to this location.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Ballygar largely mirrors that of County Galway. The strongest and gustiest conditions are typically observed from November to February, driven by Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the period from June to August generally experiences the lightest winds. Although Ballygar is inland, the broader county experiences a lifting of afternoon winds on coasts due to sea breezes during summer months. Coastal observing stations and offshore buoys in County Galway often provide an early indication of approaching fronts, leading inland areas by several hours. This general pattern helps in understanding the broader wind climate throughout the year.

Exposure and shelter

Ballygar's inland location, 50 km from the coast, means it is generally more sheltered than coastal parts of County Galway. The absence of direct coastal exposure reduces the immediate impact of strong Atlantic winds. Local topography, such as buildings and low hills, can provide shelter or, in some cases, channel wind, leading to localised variations in speed and direction. While the county's dominant wind direction is SW, local features can influence how this is experienced on the ground. Gusts are influenced by surface friction and terrain, meaning even in relatively sheltered locations, short-term increases in wind speed can occur.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are relevant for several activities in Ballygar. For farming, knowing wind conditions is important for timing spraying operations, managing silage, and ensuring animal welfare. Building and roofing work requires an understanding of wind speed and gust potential for safety and material handling. For the county's tourism sector, and for individuals engaging in walking or using GAA pitches, wind information helps in planning outdoor activities. While marine activities are primarily associated with the coast, nearby Lough Ree and Lough Ree Hodson Bay, approximately 22-23 km away, would also benefit from wind awareness for recreational use. The wind energy sector, which includes the Sliabh Bawn Wind Farm about 36 km away, relies on precise wind data for operational planning.

Near Ballygar

Ballygar is in Co. Galway, one of 14 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Mt Dillon (33 km), Athenry (40 km) and Claremorris (48 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Sliabh Bawn Wind Farm, about 36 km away.

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