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Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 2 and 21 km/h (1 to 13 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 39 km/h (24 mph) at Mon 00:00. 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 49 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 26 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 Convoy

Convoy, or Conmhaigh, is situated in County Donegal, approximately 10 km inland. This inland location means that wind conditions here typically differ from those experienced directly on the coast. While the county's coastal areas can experience mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 6.5-8.5 m/s, inland areas like Convoy generally see these speeds fall to about 5-7 m/s. Wind speeds are usually lower than those on the coast, and gusts, while still exceeding the mean wind speed, will also be moderated by the distance from the open Atlantic. The prevailing wind direction across County Donegal, and thus generally for Convoy, is from the south-west. Stronger winds are typically associated with Atlantic depressions, particularly from November to February.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Convoy largely follows the broader trends for County Donegal. The strongest and gustiest conditions are observed from November to February, coinciding with the passage of Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the lightest winds are generally experienced from June to August. During these summer months, while overall wind speeds are lower, sea breezes can develop on coastal areas elsewhere in the county, potentially lifting afternoon wind speeds there. However, due to Convoy's inland location, the influence of a direct sea breeze is minimal. Changes in weather fronts approaching from the Atlantic are often indicated by coastal stations and offshore buoys several hours before they reach inland locations.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Convoy benefits from some shelter compared to the highly exposed coastline of County Donegal. The general terrain around Convoy will influence local wind patterns, with any local hills or buildings offering shelter on their lee side. However, wind can also be channelled or funnelled through gaps in terrain or between structures, potentially increasing its speed locally. While some of the gustiest places in the country are elsewhere in the county, such as Malin Head and the Derryveagh hills, Convoy's inland position generally moderates these extreme conditions. The county's dominant wind direction from the south-west means that any local features offering shelter from this direction would be particularly effective.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are valuable for several activities in Convoy. For agriculture, which is a key sector in County Donegal, wind speed and direction are critical for timing spraying operations and silage cutting, ensuring efficiency and preventing drift. Building and roofing work also relies on wind information for safety and planning, particularly when working at height. For general farming activities, understanding wind conditions helps in managing livestock and property. While Convoy is not coastal, the broader county economy includes fishing and surf tourism, where wind conditions are paramount. Even for local outdoor activities like walking or GAA pitches, wind forecasts help in planning and comfort.

Near Convoy

Convoy is in Co. Donegal, one of 19 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are City of Derry Airport EGAE (METAR) (38 km), Donegal Airport EIDL (METAR) (48 km) and Finner (55 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Meentycat Wind Farm, about 9 km away.

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