Wind forecast Carrick-on-Shannon today

Wind in Carrick-on-Shannon right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Carrick-on-Shannon

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 20 km/h (2 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 39 km/h (24 mph) at Sun 15:00. 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 46 km/h (29 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 21 km/h (13 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Carrick-on-Shannon

Carrick-on-Shannon, or Cora Droma Rúisc, is located inland in County Leitrim. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the west and southwest, influenced by Atlantic weather systems. This means that Carrick-on-Shannon will frequently experience winds from these directions. Gusts will typically exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during the passage of frontal systems. While the county's mean 10-metre wind speed is approximately 3.5-5.5 m/s, local conditions in Carrick-on-Shannon will be influenced by its specific topography. The Wind Agent provides precise, localised wind data for this area, reflecting these influences.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Carrick-on-Shannon generally follows that of County Leitrim. The county is typically calmest in summer and autumn. The windiest periods occur in winter and early spring, when Atlantic depressions are more frequent and intense. These systems bring stronger winds and higher gusts across the country. While the county as a whole can experience significant gusts in uplands and exposed bogland, the specific seasonal variations in Carrick-on-Shannon will be a local expression of these broader trends, with winter often bringing the most notable wind events.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Carrick-on-Shannon is not directly exposed to coastal winds. However, its location within County Leitrim, which has a short Atlantic coast, means it is still influenced by broader weather patterns. The town's specific exposure will depend on local terrain and built environment. Shelter can be found in the lee of buildings or local topographical features. Conversely, funnelling effects between structures or along open corridors can locally increase wind speeds. The Wind Agent measures the wind at a representative height, providing a consistent reference point for local conditions.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in and around Carrick-on-Shannon. For agriculture, wind data is crucial for timing spraying operations and silage making. Tourism and angling, particularly on nearby Lough Key and Lough Allen, benefit from knowing wind conditions for water-based activities. Forestry operations, including planting and felling, are sensitive to wind speeds. Wind energy projects, such as the Loughderryduff Wind Farm nearby, rely on precise wind data for operational efficiency. For general outdoor activities like walking or GAA pitches, understanding wind strength and direction is important for comfort and planning.

Near Carrick-on-Shannon

Carrick-on-Shannon is in Co. Leitrim, one of 3 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Mt Dillon (25 km), Markree (35 km) and Ireland West Airport Knock EIKN (METAR) (48 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Loughderryduff Wind Farm, about 5 km away.

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