Wind forecast Kentstown today

Wind in Kentstown right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Kentstown

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 6 and 24 km/h (4 to 15 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 44 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 Fri 9/10 with gusts to 52 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 23 km/h (14 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Kentstown

Kentstown, or Baile an Cheantaigh, is situated in County Meath, an inland county. Wind patterns here are influenced by its location approximately 20 km from the coast. While coastal areas of County Meath experience mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 4.5-6 m/s, inland areas like Kentstown typically see speeds around 3.5-5 m/s. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The prevailing wind direction across County Meath is from the southwest, a common pattern across much of Ireland due to the influence of Atlantic weather systems. These systems often bring stronger winds, particularly during winter months. The nearby Boyne Valley Tillage, approximately 8 km away, and the open plain of the Boyne elsewhere in the county, are noted for experiencing strong gusts.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Kentstown follows general Irish trends. Winter typically brings the strongest winds, often associated with westerly gales from the Atlantic. While the east coast of County Meath can be partly sheltered from these, inland locations like Kentstown will still experience their effects. Spring can see the arrival of easterly winds, which are a distinctive pattern for the Irish Sea region. During summer, a sea breeze can develop along the coast of County Meath, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to wind speeds in coastal areas and turning the wind direction onshore. While Kentstown is inland, the broader atmospheric conditions that create these patterns will still influence local wind behaviour, though the direct effect of a sea breeze diminishes with distance from the coast.

Exposure and shelter

Kentstown is located in an inland area of County Meath, characterised by low-lying farmland and the Boyne Valley, which offers limited natural shelter from the wind. The general terrain of the county is largely open, contributing to the exposure of locations like Kentstown. Buildings and local topography can provide shelter, creating areas where wind speeds are reduced, particularly on the lee side of structures. However, in more open areas, the wind will be less obstructed. While specific local features are not detailed, the general principle is that elevated or exposed ground will experience higher wind speeds than sheltered depressions or areas immediately downwind of substantial obstructions. The open nature of the Boyne plain elsewhere in the county is known to experience strong gusts, suggesting that similar open areas around Kentstown may also be exposed.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are valuable for several activities in and around Kentstown. For agriculture, a key sector in County Meath, wind direction and speed are critical for planning spraying operations to ensure optimal coverage and minimise drift, and for timing silage cutting and drying. The horse racing sector, with Slane Castle Estate and Navan Racecourse nearby, uses wind information for event planning and assessing conditions for horses. For building and roofing work, wind forecasts are essential for safety and planning the handling of materials. For residents, understanding wind chill is important for outdoor comfort, particularly in winter. The forecast also assists general outdoor activities like walking. For the logistics sector, wind conditions can affect transport and scheduling, especially for high-sided vehicles.

Near Kentstown

Kentstown is in Co. Meath, one of 17 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Dunsany (15 km), Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (29 km) and Dublin Airport (29 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 61 km away.

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