Wind forecast Gort today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Gort

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 42 km/h (26 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 53 km/h (33 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 27 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 Gort

Gort, or An Gort, is located in County Galway, approximately 12 km from the coast. As an inland location, it generally experiences less wind than coastal areas of the county. Wind speeds typically fall from the approximate county coastal mean of 6.5-8.5 m/s to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland. The prevailing wind direction across County Galway, and generally in Ireland, is from the south-west. Wind measurements for Gort will show both mean wind speed and gust speeds. Gusts are transient increases in wind speed, often significantly exceeding the mean, and can have a greater impact on structures and activities. The Wind Agent provides live data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust information to help understand these patterns.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Gort generally follows that of County Galway, with the strongest and gustiest conditions typically occurring from November to February. This is due to the influence of Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the lightest winds are usually observed from June to August. While Gort is inland, coastal areas elsewhere in the county may experience a sea breeze effect during summer afternoons, which can slightly increase wind speeds near the coast. Inland locations like Gort are less affected by this phenomenon. The Wind Agent's historical data can help in understanding these seasonal variations and planning activities accordingly.

Exposure and shelter

Gort's inland location, approximately 12 km from the coast, means it benefits from some shelter compared to the more exposed Atlantic coastline of County Galway. The general terrain around Gort, which does not include significant mountain ranges, will influence local wind patterns. Buildings and local topography can create both shelter and funnelling effects, leading to localised variations in wind speed and direction. While the county's coastline, including areas from Galway Bay to Connemara, experiences higher exposure, Gort's position further inland means it is less directly impacted by the full force of Atlantic winds. Users should consider local obstructions when interpreting wind data for specific sites within the town.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions is relevant for several activities in Gort. For farming, wind data is crucial for timing operations such as spraying and silage making, where strong winds can affect efficacy and safety. Building and roofing work also requires consideration of wind speeds, particularly gusts, for material handling and worker safety. Given the county's emphasis on tourism and festivals, event organisers in Gort can use wind forecasts to plan outdoor activities and manage temporary structures. While Gort is inland, the county's marine and fishing sectors elsewhere in County Galway rely heavily on accurate wind information for sea-based operations. Wind energy, also a sector in the county, benefits from detailed wind analysis.

Near Gort

Gort is in Co. Galway, one of 14 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Athenry (25 km), Shannon Airport EINN (METAR) (41 km) and Shannon Airport (42 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Derrybrien Wind Farm, about 15 km away.

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