Wind forecast Castlerea today

Wind in Castlerea right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Castlerea

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 4 and 23 km/h (2 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Sun 14:00. 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 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 Castlerea

Castlerea, or An Caisleán Riabhach, is an inland town in County Roscommon, approximately 48 km from the coast. As with much of Ireland, the prevailing winds are from the west and south-west, driven by Atlantic weather systems. While the county's mean 10 m wind speed is roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s, gusts will frequently exceed this, particularly during passing frontal systems. The town's inland location often provides some moderation compared to coastal areas, but it remains susceptible to stronger winds and squalls, especially during the windier seasons. The Wind Agent provides precise, up-to-date wind information for Castlerea, showing current conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust trends.

Seasonal pattern

The wind climate in County Roscommon, and by extension Castlerea, follows a typical Irish seasonal pattern. The windiest periods generally occur in winter and early spring, when Atlantic depressions are most frequent and intense. During these months, strong winds and significant gusts are more common. Conversely, summer and autumn are typically the calmest seasons. While the county notes indicate it is among the calmer regions during these times, frontal systems can still bring strong winds. The Wind Agent's 7-day gust forecast helps to anticipate these variations, providing insight into upcoming conditions.

Exposure and shelter

Castlerea's inland position in County Roscommon means it is not directly exposed to the full force of oceanic winds like coastal towns. The county is described as an inland Shannon county with large lakes and flat grassland. This generally flat terrain means there are fewer significant topographical features to provide widespread shelter or create funnelling effects. However, local buildings and smaller undulations in the landscape can offer localised shelter or create microclimates where wind speeds differ from the open-field average. The general wind direction, predominantly south-westerly, will influence which parts of the town experience greater exposure or shelter.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind information is valuable for several sectors in Castlerea and the wider county. Agriculture, a key sector, relies on accurate wind data for tasks such as spraying and silage timing, where strong winds can affect application efficiency and crop drying. For manufacturing, wind conditions can impact outdoor operations or transport logistics. The growing wind energy sector in the county, including the nearby Loughderryduff Wind Farm, requires precise wind data for operational planning and efficiency. Additionally, for general outdoor activities like walking or GAA pitches, knowing the wind strength and direction helps in planning and comfort.

Near Castlerea

Castlerea is in Co. Roscommon, one of 4 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Ireland West Airport Knock EIKN (METAR) (26 km), Knock Airport (26 km) and Claremorris (33 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Loughderryduff Wind Farm, about 30 km away.

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