Wind forecast Baltinglass today

Wind in Baltinglass right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Baltinglass

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 5 and 20 km/h (3 to 12 mph), mostly from the SSW. The strongest gust is 39 km/h (24 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 Sun 4/10, gusts to 32 km/h (20 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Baltinglass

Baltinglass, or Bealach Conglais, is an inland town in County Wicklow, approximately 41 km from the coast. As with most inland locations in Ireland, it experiences generally lower average wind speeds compared to coastal areas. The county's mean 10 m wind is approximately 3.5-5 m/s inland. The prevailing wind direction across County Wicklow is westerly. Wind speeds are typically higher during the passage of Atlantic depressions, which bring stronger winds and gusts. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The Wind Agent provides live wind data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts to help understand these dynamics.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Baltinglass generally follows that of County Wicklow. Winter typically brings stronger westerly gales, characteristic of the broader Irish climate. While the east coast of the county is partly sheltered from these, Baltinglass, being inland, will still feel their influence. Spring can see easterly winds, and summer afternoons, particularly near the coast elsewhere in the county, may experience a sea breeze. This sea breeze can increase wind speeds by 2-4 m/s and shift the wind direction onshore. However, due to Baltinglass's inland location, the direct effect of a sea breeze is likely to be diminished compared to coastal areas.

Exposure and shelter

Baltinglass's inland position means it is generally less exposed to the full force of Atlantic winds compared to coastal parts of County Wicklow. The town is situated in a county known for the Wicklow Mountains inland, including Lugnaquilla approximately 17 km away. These topographical features can influence local wind patterns, potentially providing shelter in some directions or channelling wind in others. Wind speeds can vary significantly over short distances due to local terrain, with shelter found in the lee of hills or buildings. Conversely, open areas may experience more consistent wind flow. The general principle is that inland areas are typically less windy than coastal ones.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions is relevant for several activities in and around Baltinglass. For agriculture, a key sector in County Wicklow, wind forecasts are important for timing operations such as spraying, silage, and managing livestock. The tourism sector, also present in the county, benefits from wind information for planning outdoor activities. For building and roofing work, wind data is essential for operational safety and material handling. Wind energy is another sector in County Wicklow, with Raheenleagh Wind Farm approximately 31 km away, where wind conditions are critical for power generation. The Wind Agent's data assists in planning for these and other wind-sensitive activities.

Near Baltinglass

Baltinglass is in Co. Wicklow, one of 14 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Oak Park (17 km), Casement (45 km) and Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (48 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 31 km away.

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