Wind forecast Garvagh today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Garvagh

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 4 and 21 km/h (2 to 13 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 40 km/h (25 mph) at Mon 09:00. 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 Sat 10/10 with gusts to 44 km/h (27 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 Garvagh

Garvagh, in County Londonderry, experiences an inland wind climate, approximately 22 km from the coast. Wind conditions here are generally less pronounced than directly on the coast, as inland locations typically see lower mean wind speeds. County Londonderry's coastal mean 10 m wind is roughly 5.5-7.5 m/s, while inland areas like Garvagh are closer to 4-5.5 m/s. Gusts will consistently exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during stronger wind events. The prevailing wind direction across Ireland is westerly, bringing Atlantic depressions, which are a primary source of stronger winds. While Garvagh is not directly on the coast, the broader county experiences strong winter southwesterlies and north-westerlies. The Wind Agent provides live data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts to help understand these conditions.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Garvagh follows the general Irish climate, with stronger and more frequent winds typically occurring from autumn through to spring. Winter southwesterlies and north-westerlies are noted as bringing the strongest wind to County Londonderry. During these months, Atlantic depressions are more common and intense, leading to higher mean wind speeds and more frequent strong gusts. Conversely, summer generally brings lighter winds. On warm, sunny summer afternoons, a local sea breeze effect can sometimes be observed in coastal areas, but this is less pronounced inland in Garvagh due to its distance from the sea. However, it can still influence broader air movements.

Exposure and shelter

Garvagh's inland location means it benefits from some shelter compared to the exposed coast of County Londonderry. The county notes indicate that the north-facing coast from Magilligan to Portstewart is very exposed to northwest wind, and that the Sperrin uplands behind provide some influence. While Garvagh is not directly in these specific exposed areas, local terrain and buildings will influence wind patterns. Hills or rises to the south or west may offer some shelter from prevailing winds, while open ground can allow wind to accelerate. Wind speeds at 10 m are generally lower than at 80 m or 120 m due to ground friction. Wind chill can be a factor, particularly in stronger winds and lower temperatures.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind forecasts in Garvagh is important for several local activities and sectors. For the agri-food sector, wind conditions are crucial for tasks such as spraying and silage timing, where strong winds can affect application accuracy and crop drying. Building and roofing work requires awareness of wind speeds, especially gusts, for safety and material handling. For those involved in farming, wind can impact livestock and infrastructure. General outdoor activities like walking are also affected by wind, particularly due to wind chill. While Garvagh is inland, the county's tourism sector benefits from wind data for coastal activities elsewhere in the county, and the engineering sector may consider wind loads in design.

Near Garvagh

Garvagh is in Co. Derry / Londonderry, one of 18 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are City of Derry Airport EGAE (METAR) (32 km), Belfast International Airport EGAA (METAR) (46 km) and Malin Head (61 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Altahullion Wind Farm, about 16 km away.

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