Wind forecast Kanturk today

Wind in Kanturk right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Kanturk

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 2 and 18 km/h (1 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 34 km/h (21 mph) at Mon 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 48 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Sun 4/10, gusts to 32 km/h (20 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Kanturk

Kanturk, or Ceann Toirc, is located inland in County Cork, approximately 45 km from the coast. As with much of Ireland, the prevailing winds are from the westerly quarter, driven by Atlantic weather systems. These systems frequently bring strong winds and gusts, particularly during the winter months. While inland locations like Kanturk generally experience less intense wind speeds than coastal areas, gusts can still significantly exceed the mean wind speed. The county's dominant wind direction is south-westerly. Understanding both the mean wind speed and the gust potential is important for activities in and around Kanturk, as gusts represent the peak forces exerted by the wind.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Kanturk follows the general Irish climate, with winter typically being the windiest season. Atlantic depressions are more frequent and intense during these months, leading to higher mean wind speeds and more frequent strong gusts. Spring can also see strong south-westerly winds. Summer generally brings lighter winds. On the south coast of County Cork, summer afternoons can experience a sea breeze, which can increase wind speeds by 2-4 m/s and shift wind direction onshore. However, due to Kanturk's inland location, this sea breeze effect is unlikely to be a significant factor here. Autumn sees a transition back to more active weather patterns.

Exposure and shelter

Kanturk's inland position, 45 km from the coast, means it is generally more sheltered than exposed coastal areas of County Cork. Inland locations typically experience lower average wind speeds compared to the county's coastal mean of roughly 5.5-7.5 m/s, with inland figures nearer 4.5-6 m/s (approximate, ERA5-like). Local topography, such as hills or valleys, can influence wind patterns, creating areas of greater exposure or shelter. Wind speeds are also affected by obstacles; buildings, trees, and other structures can provide shelter downwind, while open areas will experience more direct wind flow. Wind speeds generally increase with height, so wind at 80 m or 120 m will be stronger than at 10 m.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several sectors in and around Kanturk. For farming, wind forecasts are critical for activities such as spraying and silage timing, where wind speed and direction can affect efficacy and drift. The presence of Lenanavea Wind Farm approximately 5 km away highlights the importance of wind energy in the region. Building and roofing work requires wind awareness for safety and material handling. For local GAA pitches and other outdoor sports, wind conditions directly impact play. General outdoor activities like walking are also affected by wind, particularly due to wind chill. The nearest observing stations include Kerry Airport EIKY and Moore Park.

Near Kanturk

Kanturk is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Kerry Airport EIKY (METAR) (43 km), Moore Park (44 km) and Cork Airport (45 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Lenanavea Wind Farm, about 5 km away.

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