Wind forecast Fethard today

Wind in Fethard right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Fethard

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 4 and 18 km/h (2 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 34 km/h (21 mph) at Mon 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 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 Fethard

Fethard, or Fiodh Ard, is situated in County Tipperary, an inland county in the province of Munster. Wind patterns here are influenced by its distance from the coast, approximately 41 km. As with much of Ireland, the prevailing winds are from the west and south-west, driven by Atlantic weather systems. Gusts typically exceed the mean wind speed, and this difference can be more pronounced during periods of stronger winds. While the county's mean 10 m wind speed is roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s, local topography around Fethard will influence how these general patterns manifest. The Wind Agent provides precise, localised wind data for Fethard, showing live conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust trends, offering a detailed understanding of the wind's behaviour in this specific location.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Fethard generally aligns with that of County Tipperary. The county experiences its calmest periods in summer and autumn. The windiest spells are typically observed in winter and early spring, when frontal systems frequently cross Ireland from the Atlantic. During these times, stronger winds and gusts are more common. While the county notes indicate that hills and open bogland elsewhere in the county see the biggest gusts, Fethard's specific location will determine its local experience within this broader seasonal trend. The live data and historical trends on The Wind Agent can help in understanding the specific seasonal variations in Fethard.

Exposure and shelter

Fethard is an inland town, 41 km from the coast, which generally means it is less exposed to coastal winds than seaside locations. However, local terrain plays a significant role in exposure and shelter. While specific local features are not detailed, the presence of buildings and local undulations can create areas of shelter or funnelling effects. Wind speeds can vary significantly even over short distances due to these local factors. The county's dominant wind direction is south-westerly, so features offering shelter from this direction would reduce wind impact. Conversely, areas exposed to the south-west would experience more direct wind. The precise measurements from The Wind Agent for Fethard account for these local influences, providing a more accurate picture than general regional forecasts.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several local activities in Fethard. For the agri-food and dairy sectors, and general farming, wind data is crucial for planning activities such as spraying, silage timing, and managing livestock. High winds can affect crop health and farm operations. Horse breeding, a significant sector in the county, benefits from understanding wind conditions for animal welfare and exercise planning. Rural tourism, another county sector, can use wind information for planning outdoor activities. For general construction and roofing, wind forecasts are essential for operational safety and scheduling. Sports, including those at facilities like Clonmel Golf Club or Semple Stadium elsewhere in the county, also benefit from knowing wind conditions, which can affect play and event planning.

Near Fethard

Fethard is in Co. Tipperary, one of 12 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Waterford Airport EIWF (METAR) (52 km), Moore Park (52 km) and Oak Park (68 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Glenough Wind Farm, about 22 km away.

Nearest spots

Questions about wind in Fethard

Go deeper

Set your own limit and watch the odds at the live instrument for Fethard, or read how the numbers above are made.