Wind forecast Dublin today

Wind in Dublin right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Dublin

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 22 km/h (4 to 14 mph), mostly from the WSW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Sun 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 27 km/h (17 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Dublin

Dublin, or Baile Átha Cliath, is the capital of Ireland and a coastal city. The wind here is influenced by its position on the east coast, partially sheltered from the full force of Atlantic depressions that typically bring strong westerly winds across Ireland. However, coastal locations generally experience higher wind speeds than inland areas. In Dublin, the mean 10-meter wind speed is roughly 4.5-6 m/s near the coast and around 3.5-5 m/s inland, based on approximate county-level data. Gusts are a common feature of wind, representing short-term increases in speed above the mean, and can significantly exceed the average wind speed. These gusts can be influenced by local topography and urban structures, leading to localised areas of stronger wind.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Dublin reflects broader Irish weather trends, with some east-coast specific variations. Winter typically brings the strongest winds, often from the west, though the east coast benefits from some shelter. Spring can see an increase in easterly winds, which are a distinctive pattern for the Irish Sea. During summer, a significant feature is the sea breeze, which can develop on warm afternoons, adding 2-4 m/s to the wind speed near the coast and shifting the wind direction to onshore. This effect is most pronounced on sunny days when land heats up faster than the sea. Autumn transitions back to stronger, more variable winds as Atlantic depressions become more frequent.

Exposure and shelter

Dublin's exposure to wind is complex. As a coastal city, it is generally windier than purely inland locations, but its east-coast position provides some shelter from the prevailing westerly winds. The city is influenced by Dublin Bay and the nearby coast. Urban environments, with their buildings and infrastructure, can create both shelter and localised funnelling effects. For instance, areas around the Liffey bridges, Dublin Port cranes, and canyons between tall buildings can experience urban gusts due to wind acceleration. Dublin Bay itself can become squally, particularly with easterly winds. Conversely, areas in the lee of large structures or terrain features may experience reduced wind speeds.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable across various sectors in Dublin. For the finance and tech industries, wind can impact data centres and infrastructure. Aviation, with Dublin Airport nearby, relies heavily on precise wind data for flight operations. Ports activity, including Dublin Port, is directly affected by wind strength and direction for vessel movements and cargo handling. In construction, wind forecasts are critical for crane operations, working at height, and the installation of roofing and cladding. Tourism, walking, and outdoor events such as those at Aviva Stadium and RDS Dublin, benefit from understanding wind conditions for comfort and planning. Sea users in Dublin Bay also require wind information for navigation and activity planning.

Near Dublin

Dublin is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Phoenix Park (7 km), Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (10 km) and Dublin Airport (11 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 60 km away.

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