Wind forecast Dunmanway today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Dunmanway

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 2 and 18 km/h (1 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 35 km/h (22 mph) at Mon 14:00. 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 52 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Sun 4/10, gusts to 34 km/h (21 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Dunmanway

Dunmanway, or Dún Mánmhaí, is situated in County Cork, approximately 17 km from the coast. As an inland location, it generally experiences less wind than coastal areas of the county. Wind observations in County Cork indicate that inland mean 10 m wind speeds are roughly 4.5-6 m/s, which is lower than the 5.5-7.5 m/s found along the coast. However, gusts can significantly exceed the mean wind speed in any location. The prevailing wind direction across County Cork is southwesterly, a pattern influenced by Atlantic depressions. While the town is not directly on the coast, its proximity means it can still be influenced by weather systems moving in from the Atlantic. Local topography, such as hills, can create both shelter and funnelling effects, altering wind patterns at ground level.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Dunmanway largely follows the general climate of County Cork. Winter typically brings stronger winds, with gales common, especially from the southwesterly direction. Spring also sees dominant southwesterlies. As summer approaches, the wind generally becomes lighter. During summer afternoons, particularly on the south coast of County Cork, a sea breeze can develop, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to the wind speed and shifting its direction onshore. While Dunmanway is inland, this sea breeze effect could still have some influence on wind patterns, though likely diminished compared to coastal locations. The overall trend is for higher wind speeds and more frequent strong gusts in the colder months.

Exposure and shelter

Dunmanway's inland location, 17 km from the coast, means it is generally more sheltered than exposed coastal areas of County Cork. The county's extensive coastline, with its deep inlets, and the uplands elsewhere in the county, contribute to varied exposure levels. Within Dunmanway itself, shelter will be provided by buildings and local terrain features. Wind speeds can vary considerably over short distances due to these local effects. While the county as a whole experiences strong gusts at headlands like Mizen and Sheep's Head, these are county-level hotspots and do not directly apply to Dunmanway. The wind experienced in Dunmanway will be a combination of regional weather patterns and local topographical influences, with shelter from hills or structures reducing wind speeds at ground level.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several sectors in and around Dunmanway. For farming, knowing wind speed and direction is crucial for timing spraying operations and silage cutting, as strong winds can lead to drift or hinder machinery. Building and roofing work requires wind data to ensure safety and efficiency, especially when working at height. The wind energy sector, which is present in County Cork, relies on precise wind data for turbine operation and maintenance planning, with the nearest wind farm being Grousemount. For general outdoor activities like walking, understanding wind chill and gust potential is important. Even though Dunmanway is inland, wind conditions still affect daily life and various economic activities in the area.

Near Dunmanway

Dunmanway is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Sherkin Island (34 km), Cork Airport EICK (METAR) (45 km) and Cork Airport (46 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Grousemount Wind Farm, about 27 km away.

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