Wind forecast Dungannon today

Wind in Dungannon right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Dungannon

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 4 and 23 km/h (2 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 45 km/h (28 mph) at Sun 16:00. 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 Sun 4/10 with gusts to 45 km/h (28 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 21 km/h (13 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Dungannon

Dungannon, or Dún Geanainn, is situated in County Tyrone, an inland county in Ulster. Wind patterns here are influenced by its position roughly 55 km from the coast, meaning it experiences less direct coastal exposure than areas closer to the sea. The prevailing wind direction for County Tyrone is from the southwest, a common pattern across Ireland due to Atlantic weather systems. While mean wind speeds across the county are generally in the range of 3.5-5.5 m/s at 10 m height, gusts will typically exceed these mean speeds, particularly during frontal systems. The county's wind climate notes indicate that the windiest periods are often in winter and early spring, with calmer conditions in summer and autumn.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Dungannon generally aligns with the broader trends for inland Ulster. Winter and early spring typically bring the strongest winds and most frequent gust events, as Atlantic depressions track across Ireland. During these months, frontal systems can deliver sustained periods of elevated wind speeds and significant gusts. Conversely, summer and autumn tend to be calmer, with lower mean wind speeds. While sea breezes are a feature of coastal areas in summer, Dungannon's inland location means it is less affected by this phenomenon. However, local thermal effects can still generate localised air movements on warm, still days.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Dungannon's exposure to wind is different from coastal locations. The surrounding terrain in County Tyrone includes open uplands and moorland, which can offer less shelter than more built-up or forested areas. However, within the town itself, buildings and other structures can provide localised shelter, reducing wind speeds at ground level in their immediate lee. Conversely, wind can be funnelled between buildings, leading to localised increases in speed. While the county's wind climate notes mention the Sperrin Mountains and wind farm hills as gust hotspots, these are elsewhere in the county and do not directly describe Dungannon's immediate surroundings.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind information is relevant for several sectors in Dungannon. For the agri-food and farming community, understanding wind speed and direction is crucial for tasks such as crop spraying, silage timing, and managing livestock. The manufacturing and quarrying sectors may consider wind when planning outdoor operations or managing dust. For the wind energy sector, which is present in County Tyrone, precise wind data is fundamental for turbine efficiency and maintenance. Beyond industry, the general public benefits from wind forecasts for outdoor activities like walking, and for practical considerations such as building and roofing work, where high winds can pose challenges.

Near Dungannon

Dungannon is in Co. Tyrone, one of 13 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Belfast International Airport EGAA (METAR) (39 km), George Best Belfast City Airport EGAC (METAR) (59 km) and Ballyhaise (62 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Bessy Bell Wind Farm, about 38 km away.

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