Wind forecast Ballymote today

Wind in Ballymote right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballymote

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 23 km/h (2 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 42 km/h (26 mph) at Sun 14:00. 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 Sat 10/10 with gusts to 49 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 28 km/h (17 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Ballymote

Ballymote, or Baile an Mhóta, is situated inland in County Sligo, approximately 14 km from the coast. As an inland location, wind speeds here are typically lower than those experienced directly on the Atlantic coast. The county generally experiences mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 6.5-8.5 m/s along the coast, decreasing to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland. Gusts, which are brief increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The prevailing wind direction for County Sligo is from the south-west, a pattern that influences Ballymote. While the town is not directly exposed to the open Atlantic, it is still subject to the weather systems that cross Ireland from the west.

Seasonal pattern

The wind patterns in Ballymote generally follow the broader seasonal trends for County Sligo. The strongest and gustiest conditions are typically observed from November to February, coinciding with the passage of Atlantic depressions. During these months, winds can be more persistent and intense. Conversely, the period from June to August tends to be the lightest in terms of wind. While coastal areas of the county may experience a sea breeze lifting afternoon winds during summer, this effect is less pronounced inland in Ballymote due to its distance from the sea. Overall, the winter months present the most significant wind challenges, while summer offers calmer conditions.

Exposure and shelter

Ballymote's inland position provides some degree of shelter compared to the exposed Sligo coastline. While the county as a whole experiences strong winds from the south-west, local terrain and structures in Ballymote will influence specific wind conditions. Buildings, trees, and local topography can create areas of shelter on their lee side, reducing wind speeds. Conversely, funnelling effects can occur in gaps or between structures, potentially increasing localised wind speeds. While the county notes extreme gusts elsewhere along the coast, Ballymote's inland location means it does not face the same direct oceanic exposure. The nearest observing station is Markree, approximately 11 km away, which can provide an indication of local conditions.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind information is relevant for several activities in and around Ballymote. For agriculture, a key sector in the county, understanding wind speed and direction is important for tasks such as spraying and silage timing. Strong winds can make these operations inefficient or ineffective. Building and roofing work also requires consideration of wind conditions, particularly at height, for material handling and worker comfort. For those involved in tourism in the wider county, understanding wind can inform activity planning, though Ballymote itself is not coastal. General outdoor activities like walking are also affected by wind, especially wind chill in colder conditions. While not directly coastal, knowledge of wind patterns remains a practical consideration for daily life and work in Ballymote.

Near Ballymote

Ballymote is in Co. Sligo, one of 7 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Markree (11 km), Sligo Airport EISG (METAR) (23 km) and Ireland West Airport Knock EIKN (METAR) (28 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Seltannaveeny Wind Farm, about 26 km away.

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