Wind forecast Cashel today

Wind in Cashel right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Cashel

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 5 and 19 km/h (3 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 36 km/h (22 mph) at Tue 11:00. 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 49 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Sun 4/10, 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 Cashel

Cashel, or Caiseal, is located in County Tipperary, an inland county approximately 50 km from the coast. As such, it generally experiences less direct exposure to Atlantic winds compared to coastal areas. The county's dominant wind direction is from the southwest. While average wind speeds across County Tipperary are roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s at 10 metres, gusts can significantly exceed these mean values, particularly during frontal systems. The Wind Agent provides live wind data for Cashel, including current conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust trends, offering a precise view of local wind patterns. Understanding both average wind speeds and gust potential is important for various activities in and around Cashel.

Seasonal pattern

County Tipperary, where Cashel is situated, typically experiences its calmest periods during summer and autumn. The windiest spells are more common in winter and early spring, when Atlantic depressions frequently cross Ireland. These systems bring stronger winds and higher gusts. While general wind patterns are influenced by large-scale weather systems, local topography can modify these. Inland locations like Cashel are less prone to summer sea breezes than coastal towns. The seasonal variation in wind strength is a key factor for planning activities, with winter and early spring often presenting the most challenging wind conditions.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Cashel is somewhat sheltered from the direct force of Atlantic winds compared to coastal locations. However, the broader County Tipperary region features varied terrain, including the Golden Vale. While Cashel itself is not directly on the coast, the general exposure of the county means that open areas can still experience significant wind. Elsewhere in the county, exposed hills and open bogland can see stronger gusts. Buildings and local terrain features within Cashel can provide localised shelter, reducing wind speeds at ground level, while open spaces will be more exposed. Wind speeds generally increase with height above ground.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are valuable for several sectors in and around Cashel. For the significant agri-food and dairy industries in County Tipperary, wind data is crucial for planning activities such as spraying, silage timing, and general farm operations. Horse breeding, another key sector, also benefits from understanding wind conditions for animal welfare and training. Rural tourism activities, including walking, can be impacted by wind chill and gust strength. Building and roofing work in Cashel requires wind information for operational planning. Even for local sport, such as at Semple Stadium, wind can affect play, making precise wind data useful for participants and organisers.

Near Cashel

Cashel is in Co. Tipperary, one of 12 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Moore Park (47 km), Gurteen (60 km) and Waterford Airport EIWF (METAR) (65 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Glenough Wind Farm, about 10 km away.

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