Wind forecast Cootehill today

Wind in Cootehill right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Cootehill

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 0 and 24 km/h (0 to 15 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 45 km/h (28 mph) at Mon 13:00. 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 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 19 km/h (12 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Cootehill

Cootehill, or Muinchille, is located in County Cavan, an inland county in Ulster. The wind here is primarily influenced by the prevailing south-westerly winds that cross Ireland, often bringing weather systems from the Atlantic. As an inland location, approximately 48 km from the coast, Cootehill generally experiences less intense winds than coastal areas. While mean wind speeds across County Cavan are typically in the range of 3.5-5.5 m/s at 10 metres height, gusts will frequently exceed these average speeds, particularly during the passage of frontal systems. The county's drumlin landscape can influence local wind patterns, with open ridges potentially seeing stronger gusts. The presence of lakes, though not coastal, can also contribute to fetch for squalls, impacting local wind conditions.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Cootehill generally reflects that of County Cavan, which tends to be among the calmer regions of Ireland during summer and autumn. The windiest periods are typically observed in winter and early spring, when Atlantic depressions are more frequent and intense, bringing stronger winds and gusts across the country. During summer afternoons, local thermal effects can sometimes generate light sea breezes in coastal areas, but this effect is negligible in inland Cootehill. Overall, the seasonal variations are driven by the larger synoptic weather patterns affecting Ireland, with winter months generally presenting the most significant wind events.

Exposure and shelter

Cootehill's exposure to wind is typical of an inland town within a drumlin lakeland county. While the town itself may offer some shelter due to buildings and local topography, the surrounding open drumlin ridges can be more exposed. The county's overall wind climate notes that open drumlin ridges can experience strong gusts. Lakes in the vicinity, while not creating a coastal environment, can provide some fetch for squalls, potentially leading to localised gust enhancements. Shelter from wind is often found in the lee of hills or substantial structures, where the wind flow is disrupted and speeds are reduced. Conversely, elevated or open areas will experience more direct wind exposure.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are relevant for several activities in Cootehill and the wider County Cavan area. In agriculture, a key sector for the county, wind speed and direction are important for timing spraying operations and silage cutting, as strong winds can lead to drift or hinder machinery operation. For building and roofing, understanding wind conditions is crucial for safety and structural integrity during construction and repair. Golf clubs, such as Concra Wood and Slieve Russell, rely on wind data for course conditions. General outdoor activities like walking are also affected by wind, particularly wind chill in colder conditions. While not coastal, the presence of lakes like Lough Sheelin means wind can affect small craft or waterside activities.

Near Cootehill

Cootehill is in Co. Cavan, one of 9 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Ballyhaise (15 km), Mullingar (62 km) and Dunsany (67 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Slieve Rushen Wind Farm, about 43 km away.

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