Wind forecast Ferbane today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Ferbane

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 22 km/h (4 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 41 km/h (25 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 48 km/h (30 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 Ferbane

Ferbane, or An Féar Bán, is located in County Offaly, an inland county in Leinster. As with much of Ireland, the prevailing winds are from the west and south-west, influenced by Atlantic weather systems. Gusts are a notable feature of wind conditions, often significantly exceeding the mean wind speed. The county's wind climate notes indicate a mean 10-metre wind speed of roughly 3.5-5.5 metres per second, with higher speeds on more exposed hills elsewhere in the county. While Ferbane is not coastal, the broader regional wind patterns mean that frontal systems crossing Ireland can bring strong winds, particularly during winter and early spring. The town's inland location means it generally experiences less extreme wind conditions than coastal areas, but open terrain can still allow for significant wind movement.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Ferbane aligns with the general climate of the Irish midlands. The county experiences its calmest periods in summer and autumn. In contrast, the windiest spells are typically observed in winter and early spring. This is when Atlantic frontal systems are most active, frequently tracking across the country. While Ferbane is not directly on the coast, these systems still bring increased wind speeds and gusts inland. The influence of these large-scale weather patterns means that even though the town is 71 km from the coast, there is a clear seasonal variation in wind intensity, with winter generally being the most dynamic period for wind.

Exposure and shelter

Ferbane is situated in County Offaly, a midlands county characterised by bogland and the Shannon callows. This terrain offers varying degrees of exposure. While the town itself may benefit from some shelter provided by buildings and local topography, the surrounding open cutaway bogland elsewhere in the county offers almost no shelter, leading to strong gusts. This is an important consideration for wind exposure in the wider area. As an inland location, Ferbane does not experience sea breezes, which can influence coastal wind patterns during summer afternoons. Generally, areas with open, unobstructed fetches will experience higher wind speeds and more pronounced gusts compared to built-up or sheltered locations.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several sectors in and around Ferbane. For agriculture, wind forecasts are crucial for planning activities such as spraying, silage cutting, and general farm work, where strong winds can impact efficiency and safety. The county's economy includes peat and wind energy, with the nearest wind farm being Mountlucas Wind Farm, approximately 39 km away; wind data is fundamental for energy generation planning. Manufacturing operations may consider wind when managing outdoor storage or transport. For local residents, understanding wind conditions is useful for outdoor activities like walking, and for building and roofing maintenance, where strong gusts can be a factor. The local GAA pitches also benefit from wind awareness for sports planning.

Near Ferbane

Ferbane is in Co. Offaly, one of 7 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Gurteen (27 km), Mullingar (43 km) and Mt Dillon (52 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 39 km away.

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