Wind forecast Clogherhead today

Wind in Clogherhead right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Clogherhead

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 9 and 26 km/h (6 to 16 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 44 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 Sat 10/10 with gusts to 51 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 24 km/h (15 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Clogherhead

Clogherhead, known in Irish as Ceann Chlochair, is a coastal settlement in County Louth. Wind patterns here are influenced by its proximity to the Irish Sea. Coasts in Ireland generally experience higher mean wind speeds than inland areas. County Louth's coastal mean 10-meter wind is approximately 4.5-6 meters per second. Gusts, which are brief increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and can be significantly stronger, especially during periods of high wind. The prevailing wind direction across Ireland is from the west or southwest, bringing depressions from the Atlantic. However, as an east coast location, Clogherhead can experience varied wind directions influenced by local conditions and broader weather systems.

Seasonal pattern

Wind patterns in Clogherhead follow general Irish seasonal trends. Winter typically brings the strongest winds, often from westerly directions, though the east coast can be partly sheltered from these. Spring can see the arrival of easterly winds. During summer, the influence of sea breezes becomes more pronounced. A sea breeze can develop on sunny afternoons, adding 2-4 meters per second to the wind speed near the coast and causing the wind direction to shift onshore. These local effects combine with larger-scale weather systems to create the seasonal wind profile for Clogherhead. Atlantic depressions are a common feature, particularly outside of summer months, bringing periods of stronger winds.

Exposure and shelter

Clogherhead's coastal location means it is generally exposed to winds from the Irish Sea. The degree of exposure depends on the specific direction of the wind and local topography. While the county as a whole experiences prevailing southwesterly winds, the immediate coastal environment can modify this. Shelter from wind can be found in the lee of natural features or built structures. Wind speeds are typically higher at greater elevations, such as 80 or 120 meters, compared to the standard 10-meter measurement height. Wind chill, the perceived decrease in air temperature felt by the body on exposed skin due to the flow of air, is also a factor, particularly in stronger winds.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in and around Clogherhead. For coastal activities such as kitesurfing at Clogherhead Beach, understanding wind speed and direction is crucial for planning and safety. Golf courses like Seapoint Golf Club and County Louth Golf Club are affected by wind, which influences ball flight and player comfort. In agriculture, a key sector in County Louth, wind forecasts are important for timing activities such as spraying and silage. Building and roofing work also requires consideration of wind, particularly for safety and material handling. For walking and general outdoor recreation, wind speed and direction, along with potential wind chill, are important for comfort and planning.

Near Clogherhead

Clogherhead is in Co. Louth, one of 10 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Dublin Airport (40 km), Dunsany (41 km) and Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (41 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 87 km away.

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