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Meteogram and wind rose for Birr

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 8 and 22 km/h (5 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 Fri 9/10 with gusts to 48 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 Birr

Birr, or Biorra, is situated in County Offaly, an inland county in the province of Leinster. The prevailing winds across Ireland are westerly, often bringing Atlantic depressions across the country. As an inland location approximately 67 km from the coast, Birr generally experiences less extreme wind conditions than coastal areas. However, gusts will always exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during the passage of weather fronts. The county's mean 10 m wind speed is roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s, with higher speeds possible on more exposed terrain elsewhere in the county. The county's dominant wind direction is from the south-west, which is a common pattern across much of Ireland.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Birr generally follows that of County Offaly. The county experiences its calmest conditions during summer and autumn. The windiest periods typically occur in winter and early spring, as frontal systems frequently cross Ireland from the Atlantic. During these times, stronger winds and gusts are more likely. While Birr is inland, the general meteorological patterns affecting Ireland mean that winter storms can still bring significant wind events, though often moderated compared to coastal exposure. The overall wind climate is influenced by its position in the midlands.

Exposure and shelter

Birr's exposure to wind is typical of an inland town in the midlands. It is not coastal, and surrounding terrain will offer some degree of shelter, depending on the specific location within the town. Elsewhere in County Offaly, open cutaway bogland provides almost no shelter, leading to strong gusts, as seen at the Mountlucas wind farm. While Birr itself is not on bogland, the general lack of major topographical features in the wider area means that once the wind is established, there can be relatively little to break its passage. Shelter is primarily provided by buildings and local topography. Wind chill can be a factor in colder, windy conditions.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are important for various activities in Birr and the surrounding area. For agriculture, wind speed and direction are crucial for planning spraying, silage cutting, and other field operations. The county's peat and wind energy sectors, including the Bruckana Wind Farm approximately 38 km away, rely on accurate wind data for operational efficiency and energy generation. Building and roofing work in the town also requires consideration of wind conditions for safety and material handling. For recreational activities such as walking or GAA matches, understanding wind can impact comfort and play. Wind conditions on Lough Derg, approximately 30 km away, are important for sailing and windsurfing at spots like Dromineer and Lough Derg Windsurf.

Near Birr

Birr is in Co. Offaly, one of 7 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Gurteen (8 km), Mullingar (62 km) and Athenry (62 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Bruckana Wind Farm, about 38 km away.

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