Wind forecast Coalisland today

Wind in Coalisland right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Coalisland

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 4 and 22 km/h (2 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 42 km/h (26 mph) at Sun 16:00. 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 47 km/h (29 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 23 km/h (14 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Coalisland

Coalisland, or Oileán an Ghuail, is an inland town in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland. Located approximately 51 km from the coast, its wind patterns are influenced by its position within the Mid-Ulster region. While coastal areas generally experience higher average wind speeds, Coalisland's inland location means it is somewhat more sheltered. However, like much of Ireland, it is still subject to the prevailing westerly winds and the influence of Atlantic weather systems. Gusts, which are sudden increases in wind speed, will typically exceed the mean wind speed and can be significant, particularly during frontal passages. The Wind Agent provides current wind data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust information to help understand these patterns.

Seasonal pattern

County Tyrone, where Coalisland is situated, generally experiences its calmest conditions during summer and autumn. The windiest periods typically occur in winter and early spring, when Atlantic depressions and frontal systems frequently cross the island. This seasonal variation means that while the county's mean 10-meter wind speed is roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s, higher speeds and stronger gusts are more probable in the colder months. These patterns are characteristic of Ireland's temperate maritime climate, where the influence of the ocean dictates much of the annual weather cycle. The 7-day gust forecast on The Wind Agent can provide an indication of upcoming wind strength.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Coalisland benefits from some degree of shelter compared to exposed coastal locations. However, its position within County Tyrone, an inland county with open uplands and moorland elsewhere, means it is still exposed to regional wind flows. Local topography, such as buildings and other structures, can create areas of both shelter and funnelling, where wind speeds may increase due to compression. While the county notes indicate that the Sperrin upland ridges and wind farm hills elsewhere in the county see the strongest gusts, Coalisland itself will experience winds shaped by its immediate surroundings. The Wind Agent's data reflects the actual measured conditions at the town level.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several sectors in and around Coalisland. For farming, wind data is crucial for planning activities such as spraying and silage timing, as strong winds can affect application efficacy and crop drying. The agri-food sector, a key part of the county economy, also benefits from understanding wind conditions for various outdoor operations. In manufacturing and quarrying, wind can affect dust dispersal and the operation of machinery. For general outdoor activities, including those on GAA pitches or walking, knowing the wind strength and direction helps in planning and comfort. The wind energy sector, present in the county, relies heavily on precise wind data for operational efficiency.

Near Coalisland

Coalisland is in Co. Tyrone, one of 13 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Belfast International Airport EGAA (METAR) (34 km), George Best Belfast City Airport EGAC (METAR) (54 km) and City of Derry Airport EGAE (METAR) (63 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Bessy Bell Wind Farm, about 40 km away.

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