Wind forecast Howth today

Wind in Howth right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Howth

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 11 and 22 km/h (7 to 14 mph), mostly from the WSW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Mon 14:00. 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 Thu 8/10 with gusts to 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 31 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 Howth

Howth, or Binn Éadair in Irish, is a coastal town in County Dublin with a population between 5,000 and 10,000. Located directly on the coast, its wind patterns are influenced by its proximity to the sea and its position within Dublin Bay. While County Dublin is generally sheltered from the strongest Atlantic winds, Howth experiences specific local effects. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will typically exceed the mean wind speed shown. The live data for Howth provides current conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts, offering detailed insight into the wind's behaviour at this specific location. Coastal areas like Howth tend to be windier than inland locations.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind patterns in Howth largely reflect those of County Dublin. Winter typically brings westerly gales, though the east coast, including Howth, is partly sheltered from their full force. Spring is characterised by easterly winds, while summer often features a distinct sea breeze. This sea breeze can develop on warm afternoons, adding an additional 2-4 m/s to the wind speed near the coast and shifting the wind direction onshore. Atlantic depressions, which are common across Ireland, can bring strong winds at any time of year, but their impact on the east coast is often moderated compared to the west.

Exposure and shelter

Howth's coastal location means it is directly exposed to winds coming off the Irish Sea. The town is approximately 0 km from the coast. While the county as a whole is sheltered from the prevailing Atlantic winds, specific local features can create both exposure and shelter. Howth Head, located about 2 km away, is noted as a gust hotspot within County Dublin. Elsewhere in the county, urban areas and features like the Liffey bridges and Dublin Port cranes can create localised gusting. The presence of buildings and terrain can also create areas of shelter or funnelling, altering the wind's behaviour at ground level.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding the wind is important for various activities in Howth. For those involved in tourism, such as boat trips from Howth Harbour, knowing wind conditions is crucial for planning and comfort. Sea users, including recreational sailors or those fishing around Ireland's Eye, rely on accurate wind data for navigation and safety. Building and roofing work in the town is affected by wind, particularly gusts, which can impact equipment and materials. For general walking, especially along exposed coastal paths, wind speed and direction influence comfort and perceived temperature due to wind chill. The finance and tech sectors, prominent in County Dublin, may consider wind for infrastructure planning.

Near Howth

Howth is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Dublin Airport (12 km), Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (14 km) and Phoenix Park (19 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 68 km away.

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