Wind forecast Enniscorthy today

Wind in Enniscorthy right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Enniscorthy

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 5 and 19 km/h (3 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 36 km/h (22 mph) at Mon 12:00. 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 49 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 29 km/h (18 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Enniscorthy

Enniscorthy, or Inis Córthaidh, is situated in County Wexford, approximately 15 km from the coast. This inland location generally means wind speeds are less than those experienced directly on the coastline. The county's dominant wind direction is south-westerly. While the county as a whole experiences coastal mean 10 m wind roughly 4.5-6 m/s, inland areas like Enniscorthy are closer to 3.5-5 m/s, though this is an approximate figure. Gusts will typically exceed the mean wind speed. The town's proximity to the coast, even at 15 km, means it can still be influenced by weather systems moving in from the Irish Sea and Celtic Sea, particularly during winter gales, although the east coast is partly sheltered.

Seasonal pattern

Winter typically brings westerly gales across Ireland, and while Enniscorthy is somewhat sheltered by its inland position and the east coast, these systems will still be felt. Spring can see easterlies, which are a distinctive pattern for the Irish Sea. During summer afternoons, a sea breeze can develop near the coast, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to wind speeds and turning the wind direction onshore. While Enniscorthy is inland, strong sea breezes could still have some influence. County Wexford is noted as being one of the sunniest and driest counties, which can correlate with more settled weather patterns at times, though Atlantic depressions remain a primary driver of wind across Ireland.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Enniscorthy benefits from some shelter compared to the more exposed coastal areas of County Wexford. The general terrain and any local topography will influence specific wind patterns; for example, Mount Leinster is approximately 19 km away and could offer some regional shelter depending on wind direction. Buildings and other structures within the town will create localised shelter and funnelling effects. While coastal areas elsewhere in the county like Carnsore Point and Hook Head can experience strong south-westerly and easterly gusts, Enniscorthy's inland position generally moderates these effects. The nearest wind farm, Richfield Wind Farm, is approximately 7 km away, indicating areas of suitable wind resource nearby.

Local uses of the wind forecast

For agriculture, particularly tillage which is a significant sector in County Wexford, wind forecasts are crucial for timing activities such as spraying and silage. Strong winds can lead to spray drift or hinder machinery operation. Building and roofing work in Enniscorthy requires attention to wind speed, especially at height, due to safety and material handling concerns. Local sports, including GAA, are affected by wind, which can influence ball trajectory and player comfort. For general outdoor activities like walking, understanding wind speed and direction helps in planning, especially considering wind chill. The nearest observing stations are Johnstown Castle (~23 km) and Oak Park (~47 km), providing regional measurement data.

Near Enniscorthy

Enniscorthy is in Co. Wexford, one of 11 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Johnstown Castle (23 km), Oak Park (47 km) and Waterford Airport EIWF (METAR) (50 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Richfield Wind Farm, about 7 km away.

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