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Meteogram and wind rose for Cherryville

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 8 and 23 km/h (5 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Mon 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 49 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 29 km/h (18 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Cherryville

Cherryville, located in County Kildare, experiences wind patterns typical of an inland location in Ireland. The county's dominant wind direction is from the southwest. Wind speeds in Cherryville will generally be lower than coastal areas, but the open nature of the landscape means there is limited shelter. Gusts, which are sudden, brief increases in wind speed, will frequently exceed the mean wind speed. The county climate notes indicate mean 10-meter wind speeds roughly between 3.5-5.5 m/s, with higher speeds on more exposed areas. Gust hotspots are noted on the Curragh plain and open farmland elsewhere in the county, suggesting Cherryville's open surroundings can also produce unobstructed gusts, particularly during winter and early spring when frontal systems cross Ireland.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Cherryville follows the general Irish trend, with the windiest periods typically occurring in winter and early spring. During these months, Atlantic depressions frequently track across the country, bringing stronger winds and more pronounced gusts. Summer and autumn are generally calmer, as indicated by the county wind climate notes, which describe Kildare as one of the calmest regions during these seasons. However, even in calmer periods, local weather phenomena can lead to temporary increases in wind speed or changes in direction. The influence of sea breezes, common in coastal areas during summer afternoons, is not a significant factor in Cherryville due to its inland location.

Exposure and shelter

Cherryville is situated in County Kildare, an inland county characterised by low-lying plains and the Curragh. This terrain provides a very open environment with limited natural shelter from the wind. While buildings and local topography can offer some shelter, especially in their immediate lee, the overall exposure means that winds can travel across the landscape with minimal obstruction. The county's open farmland and the Curragh plain are noted for producing unobstructed gusts. This suggests that Cherryville's surrounding areas are similarly exposed, allowing for strong gusts, particularly from the prevailing southwesterly direction. The absence of significant hills or extensive forests nearby contributes to this open exposure.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are important for several sectors in and around Cherryville. For the significant horse racing and breeding industry, wind conditions impact events at nearby locations such as The Curragh Racecourse. In agriculture, particularly for the Carlow-Kildare Tillage area, wind speed and direction are critical for activities such as spraying and silage timing. Logistics operations, a key economic sector in the county, rely on wind information for route planning and vehicle stability, especially for high-sided vehicles. Building and roofing work in Cherryville also requires careful consideration of wind conditions for worker safety and material handling. General outdoor activities like walking can also be affected by wind chill and gust strength.

Near Cherryville

Cherryville is in Co. Kildare, one of 22 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Oak Park (33 km), Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (39 km) and Casement (39 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 23 km away.

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