Wind forecast Ferns today

Wind in Ferns right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Ferns

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 21 km/h (1 to 13 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 39 km/h (24 mph) at Mon 11:00. 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 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 28 km/h (17 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Ferns

Ferns, or Fearna in Irish, is located in County Wexford, approximately 20 km inland. Winds here are generally influenced by Atlantic weather systems, which typically bring prevailing south-westerly winds across Ireland. While coastal areas of Wexford experience mean wind speeds of roughly 4.5-6 m/s, inland locations like Ferns are more typically in the range of 3.5-5 m/s, according to approximate county-level data. Gusts will always exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during periods of stronger winds associated with depressions moving across the country. The nearest wind farm is Castledockrell, about 10 km away, indicating some local wind resource.

Seasonal pattern

Winter generally brings the strongest winds to Ferns, with westerly gales common across Ireland. However, the east coast, including County Wexford, can experience some sheltering from these prevailing winds. Spring often sees distinctive easterly winds, a pattern common in the Irish Sea region. During summer afternoons, a sea breeze can develop along the coast, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to wind speeds and shifting the wind direction onshore. While Ferns is inland, this sea breeze effect can sometimes extend some distance inland, influencing local conditions. Autumn is a transitional period, with increasing frequency of strong winds as Atlantic depressions become more active.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Ferns is generally less exposed to wind than coastal areas of County Wexford. The county is known for being one of the sunniest and driest, with a long east and south coast. While specific local topography is not detailed, the presence of buildings and local terrain will create areas of both shelter and funnelling, affecting wind speeds at ground level. Wind speeds measured at 10 metres will be higher than those at ground level due to less surface friction. The approximate county-level mean wind speeds suggest that inland areas are typically less windy than the exposed coast.

Local uses of the wind forecast

For agriculture, a primary sector in County Wexford, wind forecasts are important for timing spraying operations, managing silage, and protecting crops. Building and roofing work in Ferns also benefits from accurate wind information to ensure safety and efficiency. For those involved in general farming activities, understanding wind patterns helps with daily planning. While Ferns is inland, awareness of wind conditions is still relevant for outdoor activities such as walking, and for local GAA pitches. The nearest observing stations are Johnstown Castle (32 km) and Oak Park (41 km), providing regional data for context.

Near Ferns

Ferns is in Co. Wexford, one of 11 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Johnstown Castle (32 km), Oak Park (41 km) and Waterford Airport EIWF (METAR) (60 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Castledockrell Wind Farm, about 10 km away.

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