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Meteogram and wind rose for Eglinton

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 26 km/h (4 to 16 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 50 km/h (31 mph) at Mon 01:00. 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 Mon 5/10 with gusts to 50 km/h (31 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 Eglinton

Eglinton, known in Irish as An Mhagh, is situated in County Londonderry, approximately 4 km from the coast. The prevailing wind direction across Ireland is from the west or southwest, and this pattern generally holds for Eglinton. Wind speeds are typically lower inland compared to coastal areas. For County Londonderry, approximate coastal mean 10 m wind speeds are around 5.5-7.5 m/s, while inland areas like Eglinton might experience 4-5.5 m/s. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The nearby City of Derry Airport (EGAE) provides local meteorological observations, which can offer insight into current wind conditions in the immediate vicinity.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Eglinton, consistent with the wider region, shows higher wind speeds during the autumn and winter months, typically from October to March. This period is when Atlantic depressions are most frequent and intense, bringing stronger southwesterly and northwesterly winds. Summer, from June to August, generally experiences lighter winds. During warm, sunny summer afternoons, a sea breeze may develop near the coast, though its influence diminishes inland. Winter southwesterlies and north-westerlies are noted as bringing the strongest wind to County Londonderry. Coastal stations, such as Malin Head, can provide an early indication of approaching weather fronts and associated wind changes.

Exposure and shelter

Eglinton's inland location, approximately 4 km from the coast, means it generally experiences less direct exposure to strong coastal winds. While County Londonderry has a coastline, Eglinton is not directly on it. The town may receive some shelter from terrain features further inland, although no specific hills are mentioned for its immediate vicinity. Wind can be funnelled or accelerated by local topography, and conversely, buildings and local landforms can provide shelter. The Foyle estuary, approximately 7 km away, is noted as remaining gusty elsewhere in the county, suggesting that areas near larger water bodies can experience enhanced wind effects.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are important for several activities in and around Eglinton. For the agri-food sector, common in County Londonderry, wind speed and direction are critical for tasks such as spraying and silage timing, ensuring optimal conditions for crop and animal welfare. Building and roofing work requires careful consideration of wind, particularly gusts, for safety and material handling. For those involved in general farming, understanding wind patterns is essential for daily operations. While Eglinton is not coastal, the nearby port and shipping activity in Derry highlights the importance of wind for marine operations. Local sports, such as GAA, also consider wind conditions for play.

Near Eglinton

Eglinton is in Co. Derry / Londonderry, one of 18 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are City of Derry Airport EGAE (METAR) (3 km), Malin Head (41 km) and Belfast International Airport EGAA (METAR) (74 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Slieve Kirk Wind Farm, about 6 km away.

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