Wind forecast Dungloe today

Wind in Dungloe right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Dungloe

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 4 and 28 km/h (2 to 17 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 55 km/h (34 mph) at Mon 02:00. 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 57 km/h (35 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 32 km/h (20 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Dungloe

Dungloe, or An Clochán Liath, in County Donegal, experiences wind patterns typical of Ireland's Atlantic seaboard. The county's dominant wind direction is from the southwest, bringing air from the Atlantic. Wind speeds are generally higher on the coast than a few kilometres inland. Gusts, which are sudden, brief increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. These are particularly noticeable during Atlantic depressions, especially from November to February. Observing stations such as Donegal Airport EIDL, approximately 10 km away, provide measured data that can indicate approaching weather systems, often leading interior locations by several hours.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Dungloe broadly follows that of County Donegal. The strongest and gustiest conditions typically occur from November to February, driven by Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the lightest winds are generally observed from June to August. During these summer months, coastal areas may experience a lift in afternoon wind speeds due to sea breezes. While the overall county mean 10-metre wind speed is approximately 6.5-8.5 m/s on the coast, falling to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland, local conditions will vary. These figures are approximate and based on ERA5-like data for the wider county.

Exposure and shelter

As a coastal town in County Donegal, Dungloe's exposure to wind is significant. The county is known for its deeply indented Atlantic coast and high exposure on headlands. While Dungloe is approximately 1 km from the coast, local topography will influence specific wind conditions. Buildings and terrain can provide shelter, reducing wind speeds immediately downwind, but may also funnel wind in certain directions, potentially increasing speeds locally. Wind exposure is generally greater at higher elevations and on open ground. The nearby coast means that wind direction, particularly from the Atlantic, can bring significant exposure.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are relevant for several activities in and around Dungloe. For the local agriculture sector, wind conditions affect spraying schedules and the timing of silage cutting. Building and roofing work requires attention to wind speeds, especially gusts, for safety and material handling. For those involved in fishing, including at nearby Burtonport Harbour, wind forecasts are crucial for planning sea journeys and operations. Tourism, including golf at Cruit Island Golf Club and surf tourism elsewhere in the county, relies on understanding wind conditions. General outdoor activities like walking are also impacted by wind, particularly due to wind chill.

Near Dungloe

Dungloe is in Co. Donegal, one of 19 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Donegal Airport EIDL (METAR) (10 km), Finner (52 km) and Sligo Airport EISG (METAR) (76 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Corkermore Wind Farm, about 13 km away.

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