Wind forecast Blanchardstown today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Blanchardstown

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 22 km/h (4 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 46 km/h (29 mph) at Mon 13:00. 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 51 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 27 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 Blanchardstown

Blanchardstown (Baile Bhlainséir) is located in County Dublin, approximately 11 km inland. Wind patterns here are influenced by its position away from the immediate coast, generally resulting in lower mean wind speeds compared to coastal areas of the county. County Dublin's coastal mean 10 m wind is roughly 4.5-6 m/s, with inland areas like Blanchardstown typically experiencing around 3.5-5 m/s. Gusts will always exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during strong weather systems. The prevailing wind direction for County Dublin is westerly, which also largely influences Blanchardstown. Atlantic depressions frequently bring stronger winds from the west, especially during winter months. While sheltered from the direct force of Atlantic gales, Blanchardstown still experiences these weather patterns.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Blanchardstown generally follows that of County Dublin. Winter typically brings the strongest winds, often from westerly directions, associated with Atlantic depressions. While the east coast of Ireland is partially sheltered from these, Blanchardstown, being inland, receives some moderation. Spring can see distinctive easterly winds, which are part of the Irish Sea patterns. Summer afternoons near the coast can experience a sea breeze, adding 2-4 m/s to the wind speed and shifting the direction onshore. Although Blanchardstown is inland, the broader county experiences this phenomenon, and its effects may sometimes be felt further inland, albeit in a diminished capacity.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland location, Blanchardstown benefits from some shelter compared to exposed coastal areas of County Dublin. The county's geography, including the Dublin Mountains, offers some shielding from certain wind directions. However, urban environments can create localised wind effects. Buildings can channel wind, leading to funnelling effects that increase wind speed in narrow passages, or create areas of shelter in their lee. While specific 'gust hotspots' like the Liffey bridges or tall-building canyons are noted elsewhere in the county, similar urban effects can occur in Blanchardstown due to its built environment. The flat terrain of much of the area means that local topography does not offer significant natural shelter.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several sectors in Blanchardstown. For the construction industry, wind speeds and gust forecasts are critical for crane operations, working at height, and securing materials. Farming activities, though less prevalent directly in Blanchardstown, in the wider county rely on wind data for spraying operations and timing silage. For general building and roofing maintenance, understanding wind direction and strength is important. Individuals engaged in walking or other outdoor activities benefit from knowing expected wind conditions for comfort and planning. The finance and tech sectors, prominent in County Dublin, may consider wind impacts on infrastructure or outdoor staff activities. Aviation, with Dublin Airport and Weston Airport nearby, relies on precise wind data for flight operations.

Near Blanchardstown

Blanchardstown is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Phoenix Park (4 km), Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (8 km) and Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (8 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 59 km away.

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