Wind forecast Irvinestown today

Wind in Irvinestown right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Irvinestown

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 21 km/h (1 to 13 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 40 km/h (25 mph) at Sun 15:00. 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 Tue 6/10, gusts to 24 km/h (15 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Irvinestown

Irvinestown, known in Irish as Baile an Irbhinigh, is situated in County Fermanagh, an inland county in Ulster. The wind patterns here are influenced by its position approximately 36 km from the coast. While not directly coastal, the county's landscape, particularly around Lough Erne, allows for a significant fetch over open water, which can lead to sudden squalls. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the west or south-west, bringing Atlantic weather systems inland. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will typically exceed the mean wind speed. The county experiences mean 10 m wind speeds roughly between 3.5-5.5 m/s, with higher speeds possible on more exposed terrain. The Wind Agent provides current wind speeds, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts for Irvinestown.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind patterns in Irvinestown generally follow the broader Irish climate. The county typically experiences its calmest conditions during summer and autumn. Conversely, the windiest periods are observed in winter and early spring, when frontal systems frequently cross the region, bringing stronger winds. While the county is not coastal, the open water of Lough Erne can contribute to localised wind effects. The general trend across Ireland is for winds to be stronger in winter due to more active Atlantic depressions. Summer afternoons can sometimes see local sea breezes develop along the coast, but this effect is less pronounced inland, though temperature differences can still generate local air movements.

Exposure and shelter

Irvinestown's exposure to wind is shaped by its inland location within a lakeland county. While shelter can be found in the lee of buildings or local topographical features, open areas, particularly those near Lough Erne, may experience greater exposure due to the long fetch across the water. The county's wind climate notes highlight that open water can lead to sudden squalls. Elsewhere in the county, upland areas like the Cuilcagh plateau are noted as highly exposed. General principles of wind dynamics apply: wind speeds tend to increase with height, and obstructions like hills or structures can create areas of both shelter and localised turbulence. The nearest observing stations are Finner (~39 km), Ballyhaise (~51 km), and Markree (~62 km).

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are relevant for several sectors in and around Irvinestown. For tourism and lakeland leisure, understanding wind conditions is important for activities on Lough Erne, such as boating or angling. In agriculture, wind speed and direction are critical for planning spraying operations, silage timing, and managing livestock, especially in open farmland like that near Tyrone Dairy. The hospitality sector may consider wind conditions for outdoor events or guest comfort. For general building and roofing work, wind data helps in planning operations and ensuring safety. Wind chill is also a factor, particularly in colder months, affecting outdoor workers and those engaged in activities like walking or GAA pitches.

Near Irvinestown

Irvinestown is in Co. Fermanagh, one of 4 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Finner (39 km), Ballyhaise (51 km) and Markree (62 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Slieve Rushen Wind Farm, about 30 km away.

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