Wind forecast Glanmire today

Wind in Glanmire right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Glanmire

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 17 km/h (2 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 35 km/h (22 mph) at Tue 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 51 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Thu 8/10, gusts to 30 km/h (19 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Glanmire

Glanmire (Gleann Maghair) is located in County Cork, approximately 3 km from the coast. Wind conditions here are influenced by its proximity to the sea and the broader weather patterns affecting Munster. As with much of Ireland, Atlantic depressions frequently bring westerly and southwesterly winds. Gusts will typically exceed the mean wind speed, and these can be particularly noticeable during unsettled weather. County Cork generally experiences coastal mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 5.5-7.5 m/s, with inland areas seeing closer to 4.5-6 m/s. While Glanmire is not directly on the coast, its relative closeness means it will experience more maritime wind influences than locations further inland.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Glanmire broadly follows that of County Cork. Winter typically brings stronger winds, with gales being more common. Spring often sees a prevalence of southwesterly winds. During summer, the wind tends to be lighter overall. On summer afternoons, a sea breeze can develop along the south coast of County Cork, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to the wind speed and shifting the wind direction to onshore. This effect may be felt in Glanmire due to its coastal proximity. Throughout the year, the prevailing wind direction is often from the west or southwest, a characteristic of Ireland's position in the North Atlantic.

Exposure and shelter

Glanmire's exposure to wind is influenced by its location 3 km from the coast in County Cork, a county known for its long southern coastline. While not directly on the shoreline, its coastal proximity means it is more exposed than truly inland areas. The general principle that coasts are windier than inland areas applies. Local terrain and built environments will also affect wind flow; buildings can provide shelter in their lee, while gaps or valleys can funnel wind, potentially increasing its speed locally. Specific exposure will depend on the direction of the wind relative to local features. Elsewhere in the county, headlands like Mizen and Sheep's Head are known gust hotspots, though this does not directly apply to Glanmire.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions in Glanmire is relevant for several local activities and industries. For the significant pharma & manufacturing and food processing sectors in County Cork, wind can impact operations such as ventilation or the handling of materials. Building and roofing work requires awareness of wind strength for safety and material handling. Farming activities, including spraying and timing silage, are highly dependent on wind speed and direction. For residents and visitors, knowing the wind is useful for planning outdoor recreation, such as visiting Pairc Ui Chaoimh or Cork Golf Club. Those involved in the county's ports and fishing industries will also monitor wind for sea conditions.

Near Glanmire

Glanmire is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Cork Airport (10 km), Cork Airport EICK (METAR) (10 km) and Roches Point (18 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Boggeragh Wind Farm, about 42 km away.

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