Wind forecast Castleblayney today

Wind in Castleblayney right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Castleblayney

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 22 km/h (2 to 14 mph), mostly from the WSW. The strongest gust is 42 km/h (26 mph) at Mon 10:00. 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 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 20 km/h (12 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Castleblayney

Castleblayney, or Baile na Lorgan, is situated in County Monaghan, an inland county in Ulster. The prevailing winds across Ireland are typically from the west and southwest, influenced by Atlantic weather systems. In Castleblayney, these winds will be modified by the local topography. Gusts are a common feature of wind in Ireland, often exceeding the mean wind speed by a significant margin. The Wind Agent provides observed wind data for Castleblayney, showing current conditions, a 48-hour history, and 7-day gust trends. Understanding both the mean wind speed and gust potential is important for planning activities, particularly in an inland setting where local shelter and funnelling effects can be pronounced.

Seasonal pattern

County Monaghan generally experiences its calmest conditions in summer and autumn. The windiest periods typically occur in winter and early spring, when frontal systems from the Atlantic frequently cross Ireland. While the county's mean 10-metre wind speed is approximately 3.5-5.5 m/s, this can be higher in more exposed areas elsewhere in the county. The overall wind climate is influenced by Ireland's position on the western edge of Europe, making it susceptible to depressions forming over the Atlantic. These systems bring periods of stronger winds and gusts, which are more frequent during the cooler months.

Exposure and shelter

Castleblayney is located in an inland drumlin county, characterised by sheltered fields and limited exposure. This terrain often provides considerable shelter from the wind, particularly in the lee of hills or buildings. However, wind speeds can increase over open ground or where funnelling occurs between topographical features. While the county as a whole is described as having limited exposure, certain locations elsewhere in the county, such as hilltops, can experience stronger gusts. The presence of small lakes in the county may also have localised effects on wind patterns, though these are typically minor compared to broader topographical influences.

Local uses of the wind forecast

For the agri-food sector, particularly mushroom production, wind conditions are relevant for managing ventilation and temperature in growing facilities. Farmers in the area use wind forecasts for activities such as spraying, which requires calm conditions to prevent drift, and for timing silage cutting and baling. In manufacturing, wind data can inform decisions related to outdoor operations or the structural integrity of buildings. Tourism, including activities like golf at Concra Wood Golf Club, benefits from wind information for planning outdoor events and activities. General construction and roofing work also requires consideration of wind speed and gust potential for worker safety and material handling.

Near Castleblayney

Castleblayney is in Co. Monaghan, one of 5 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Ballyhaise (38 km), Dunsany (67 km) and Belfast International Airport EGAA (METAR) (69 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Slieve Rushen Wind Farm, about 64 km away.

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