Wind forecast Collooney today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Collooney

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 21 km/h (1 to 13 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 40 km/h (25 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 Sat 10/10 with gusts to 56 km/h (35 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 Collooney

Collooney, or Cúil Mhuine, is situated in County Sligo, approximately 3 km from the coast. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the south-west, and this is also the dominant wind direction for County Sligo. Wind speeds inland are generally lower than those directly on the coast. In County Sligo, coastal mean wind speeds at 10 metres are approximately 6.5-8.5 m/s, falling to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and can be significantly stronger, particularly during Atlantic depressions. The Wind Agent provides current wind data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts to illustrate these patterns for Collooney.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Collooney generally follows that of County Sligo. The strongest and gustiest conditions typically occur from November to February, coinciding with the passage of Atlantic depressions across Ireland. Conversely, the lightest winds are usually observed from June to August. During these summer months, a sea breeze can develop on coastal areas in the afternoons, potentially increasing wind speeds near the coast. However, Collooney is 3 km inland, so the direct impact of a sea breeze might be less pronounced than on the immediate coastline. The overall wind climate is influenced by the Atlantic, with significant weather systems bringing varying conditions throughout the year.

Exposure and shelter

Collooney's location 3 km from the coast means it experiences some shelter compared to more exposed coastal areas of County Sligo. However, its proximity still places it under the influence of Atlantic weather systems. The general topography of the area will influence local wind patterns; hills or elevated ground can accelerate wind flow, while valleys or built-up areas can offer shelter or channel winds, leading to funnelling effects. Wind direction is a key factor in determining exposure; winds from the dominant south-westerly direction may be less obstructed than those from other quadrants, depending on local terrain. Understanding the interplay of regional wind patterns and local features is crucial for interpreting wind conditions in Collooney.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are valuable for several activities in and around Collooney. For agriculture, wind speed and direction are critical for timing spraying operations and silage cutting, as strong winds can lead to drift or make fieldwork difficult. Building and roofing work also requires consideration of wind conditions for safety and material handling. For the tourism sector, including surf and golf activities elsewhere in the county, wind information is essential for planning. Those engaging in walking or other outdoor pursuits will find wind forecasts useful for comfort and safety, particularly regarding wind chill. With nearby Sligo Airport and Ireland West Airport Knock, wind data is also relevant to aviation planning in the wider region.

Near Collooney

Collooney is in Co. Sligo, one of 7 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Markree (2 km), Sligo Airport EISG (METAR) (13 km) and Ireland West Airport Knock EIKN (METAR) (37 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Garvagh Glebe Wind Farm, about 26 km away.

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