Wind forecast Donabate today

Wind in Donabate right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Donabate

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 8 and 23 km/h (5 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 44 km/h (27 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 51 km/h (32 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 Donabate

Donabate, known in Irish as Domhnach Bat, is a coastal town in County Dublin. Wind patterns here are influenced by its proximity to the Irish Sea and its location within a county that experiences strong sea-breeze effects. While County Dublin is generally sheltered from the strongest Atlantic winds, easterly winds can be significant, particularly in spring. Mean 10-metre wind speeds along the county's coast are typically in the range of 4.5-6 metres per second. Gusts, which are short-duration increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and can be considerably higher, especially during periods of strong wind. These gusts are important for activities sensitive to sudden changes in wind force.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Donabate generally follows that of County Dublin. Winter typically brings westerly gales, although the east coast offers some degree of shelter from these. Spring is often characterised by easterly winds, a distinctive pattern for the Irish Sea. During summer, a significant sea breeze can develop, particularly on warm afternoons. This phenomenon can increase wind speeds by 2-4 metres per second near the coast and shift the wind direction to onshore. This sea breeze effect can be a notable feature of summer weather in coastal areas like Donabate, altering conditions from what might be observed further inland.

Exposure and shelter

As a coastal town, Donabate's exposure to wind is primarily from the sea. The specific direction of the coastline will determine direct exposure. While the county as a whole is somewhat sheltered from the prevailing Atlantic winds due to its east-coast location, it is strongly influenced by sea breezes. Local topography, including buildings and other structures, can create areas of shelter or funnelling effects, where wind speeds can either decrease or increase locally. Gusts can be pronounced in urban environments due to the interaction of wind with buildings. The general wind climate for County Dublin indicates that coastal areas are typically windier than inland locations.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in and around Donabate. For the local tourism sector, understanding wind conditions is important for planning outdoor activities. Farming in nearby areas like Fingal Market Gardens requires wind data for operations such as spraying and silage timing. Building and roofing work in the construction sector relies on wind forecasts for safety and operational efficiency. For those engaging in sea uses, such as windsurfing in Malahide Estuary, detailed wind speed and direction are critical. Golfers at The Island Golf Club may also consider wind conditions, as they can significantly affect play. Wind chill is also a factor to consider for anyone outdoors, particularly in cooler conditions.

Near Donabate

Donabate is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Dublin Airport (9 km), Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (11 km) and Phoenix Park (19 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 76 km away.

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