Wind forecast Ballyragget today

Wind in Ballyragget right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ballyragget

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 19 km/h (2 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 35 km/h (22 mph) at Mon 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 Fri 9/10 with gusts to 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 30 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 Ballyragget

Ballyragget, or Béal Átha Ragad, is located in County Kilkenny, an inland county in Leinster. Wind conditions here are influenced by Ireland's general weather patterns, with prevailing westerlies and Atlantic depressions bringing varied wind speeds. Gusts will typically exceed the mean wind speed. While the county's mean 10-meter wind is approximately 3.5-5.5 m/s, specific local topography can modify this. The Wind Agent provides live wind data for Ballyragget, showing current conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust trends. Understanding these patterns is key for planning activities in this area, which is situated about 60 km from the coast.

Seasonal pattern

County Kilkenny generally experiences its calmest conditions during summer and autumn. The windiest spells are typically observed in winter and early spring, when frontal systems frequently cross Ireland. During these periods, gusts can be more pronounced, especially in more exposed areas. While a sea breeze can develop on summer afternoons in coastal locations, Ballyragget's inland position means this phenomenon is not a direct factor here. The county's wind climate notes indicate that hills and open bogland elsewhere in the county see the biggest gusts during these windier seasons.

Exposure and shelter

Ballyragget is situated in an inland county characterised by gently rolling farmland. This type of terrain generally offers some shelter compared to more exposed coastal or upland areas. River valleys, which are present in the county, tend to be more sheltered. Conversely, exposed ridges and hills elsewhere in the county are noted as gust hotspots. The presence of Lisdowney Wind Farm approximately 6 km away suggests that the local area can experience sufficient wind for energy generation. Buildings and local terrain features within Ballyragget itself will also create localised areas of shelter or funnelling, influencing wind flow at ground level.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are relevant for several sectors in County Kilkenny. For agri-food and farming, understanding wind speed and direction is crucial for tasks like crop spraying, silage timing, and managing livestock. The manufacturing sector may consider wind conditions for certain outdoor operations or structural considerations. Building and roofing work requires awareness of wind for worker safety and material handling. For the tourism sector, wind information can assist visitors planning outdoor activities. While not directly coastal, general outdoor pursuits like walking will also be impacted by wind chill, especially in cooler conditions. The nearby Kilkenny City and event venues like Ratheniska Ploughing Championships and Stradbally Hall Electric Picnic also benefit from wind awareness.

Near Ballyragget

Ballyragget is in Co. Kilkenny, one of 9 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Oak Park (29 km), Gurteen (54 km) and Waterford Airport EIWF (METAR) (69 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Lisdowney Wind Farm, about 6 km away.

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