Wind forecast Bunclody today

Wind in Bunclody right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Bunclody

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 16 km/h (1 to 10 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 30 km/h (19 mph) at Mon 02:00. 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 55 km/h (34 mph). The calmest is Sun 4/10, gusts to 25 km/h (16 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Bunclody

Bunclody, or Bun Clóidi, is located in County Wexford, a county known for being one of the sunniest and driest in Ireland. While the county experiences a dominant south-westerly wind, Bunclody is situated approximately 29 km from the coast, which typically moderates coastal wind patterns. Inland areas in County Wexford generally experience mean 10-metre wind speeds of around 3.5-5 metres per second. Gusts, which are short, sharp increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The nearby Castledockrell Wind Farm, about 8 km away, indicates that the area experiences sufficient wind resources for energy generation. The Wind Agent provides current wind data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts for Bunclody.

Seasonal pattern

County Wexford's wind climate is influenced by its long east and south coastline, which faces the Irish Sea and Celtic Sea. While winter typically brings westerly gales across Ireland due to Atlantic depressions, the east coast offers some partial shelter. Spring often features distinctive easterly patterns, particularly over the Irish Sea. During summer afternoons, a sea breeze can develop near the coast, potentially adding 2-4 metres per second to wind speeds and shifting the wind direction onshore. As Bunclody is inland, the direct influence of this sea breeze may be less pronounced than at the immediate coast, but regional atmospheric patterns will still affect local conditions.

Exposure and shelter

Bunclody's inland location, approximately 29 km from the coast, means it is generally less exposed to the full force of coastal winds. The town is situated in a county where inland mean 10-metre wind speeds are typically lower than those along the coast. Terrain can significantly influence local wind patterns; for example, Mount Leinster, a mountain approximately 10 km away, may offer some shelter depending on its orientation relative to the prevailing wind direction, or it could funnel wind in certain conditions. Buildings and local topography within Bunclody itself will also create areas of shelter or increased exposure. The Wind Agent's data reflects these local influences.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are valuable for several activities in Bunclody. For the dominant agricultural sector, particularly tillage, wind speed and direction are critical for planning spraying, fertiliser application, and timing silage cuts to minimise drift and ensure effective operations. Building and roofing work requires awareness of wind conditions for worker safety and material handling. For those involved in walking or other outdoor pursuits, understanding wind chill and gust strength is important for comfort and planning. While Bunclody is inland, regional wind patterns affect all outdoor activities. The presence of Castledockrell Wind Farm nearby highlights the local importance of wind for energy generation.

Near Bunclody

Bunclody is in Co. Wexford, one of 11 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Oak Park (29 km), Johnstown Castle (41 km) and Waterford Airport EIWF (METAR) (60 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Castledockrell Wind Farm, about 8 km away.

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