Wind forecast Ennis today

Wind in Ennis right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ennis

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 8 and 18 km/h (5 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 36 km/h (22 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 52 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 30 km/h (19 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Ennis

Ennis, or Inis, is situated inland in County Clare, approximately 8 km from the coast. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the west and southwest, influenced by the North Atlantic. In Ennis, these winds are typically moderated compared to coastal areas of County Clare. While coastal mean 10 m wind speeds in the county can range from approximately 6.5 to 8.5 m/s, inland locations like Ennis often experience lower speeds, falling to about 5 to 7 m/s. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and can be significantly stronger, particularly during Atlantic depressions. The Wind Agent provides current wind speeds, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts for Ennis.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Ennis generally follows that of County Clare. The strongest and gustiest conditions are typically observed from November to February, coinciding with the passage of Atlantic depressions. During these months, the town can experience more pronounced wind activity. Conversely, the lightest winds are generally found from June to August. While Ennis is inland, coastal areas of County Clare may experience a sea breeze effect in the afternoons during summer, which can locally lift wind speeds. This effect is less direct in Ennis due to its distance from the coast. Coastal stations and offshore buoys in County Clare can provide an early indication of approaching fronts, often leading inland conditions by several hours.

Exposure and shelter

Ennis is an inland town, meaning it benefits from some shelter compared to the exposed Atlantic coast of County Clare. The surrounding terrain and urban structures can influence local wind patterns, providing shelter in the lee of buildings or hills, or potentially channelling wind in certain directions. While the county's dominant wind direction is southwest, local topography within Ennis will modify how these winds are experienced. The general principle is that wind speeds decrease with increasing distance from the coast. The approximate county-level data suggests a reduction in wind speed a few kilometres inland compared to the coast. The nearest observing stations, such as Shannon Airport EINN, are approximately 16-18 km away and can offer an indication of regional wind conditions.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in and around Ennis. For agriculture, wind speed and direction are important for timing spraying operations and silage making. Building and roofing work requires awareness of wind conditions for safety and material handling. For those involved in aviation at nearby Shannon Airport, detailed wind data is critical for flight planning and operations. While Ennis is not coastal, wind conditions can affect outdoor activities such as walking, and for golf at Dromoland Castle Golf Club, wind can significantly influence play. Understanding the wind chill factor is also relevant for anyone spending time outdoors, particularly in cooler, windier conditions.

Near Ennis

Ennis is in Co. Clare, one of 9 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Shannon Airport EINN (METAR) (16 km), Shannon Airport (18 km) and Athenry (51 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Derrybrien Wind Farm, about 37 km away.

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