Wind forecast Killumney today

Wind in Killumney right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Killumney

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 18 km/h (2 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 35 km/h (22 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 Thu 8/10, 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 Killumney

Killumney, or Cill na hOmnaí, is located in County Cork, approximately 15 km inland. Wind patterns here are influenced by its inland position within a large county, which has a long southern coastline. County Cork generally experiences mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 4.5-6 m/s inland. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the west and southwest, driven by Atlantic weather systems. Gusts will always exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during stronger wind events. While Killumney is not coastal, the county's wind climate notes indicate winter gales and spring southwesterlies are dominant, with summer bringing lighter winds. The precise wind data on this page provides current and recent observations for Killumney.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind patterns in Killumney align with the broader trends observed across County Cork. Winter typically brings stronger winds, with gales being a notable feature. Spring often sees dominant southwesterlies. As summer approaches, the wind tends to be lighter. On the south coast of the county, a sea breeze can develop on summer afternoons, adding 2-4 m/s to the wind speed and shifting its direction onshore. While Killumney is inland, the general reduction in wind strength during summer is still expected. The precise wind data provided on this page allows for monitoring of these seasonal variations in Killumney itself.

Exposure and shelter

Killumney's inland location means it is less exposed to the full force of Atlantic winds compared to coastal areas of County Cork. Shelter from local terrain, such as hills or buildings, can significantly modify wind speed and direction at ground level. Wind funnelling can occur in gaps or between structures, potentially increasing localised wind speeds. Conversely, areas in the lee of obstructions will experience reduced wind. The county's wind climate notes mention that coastal headlands elsewhere in the county, such as Mizen, Sheep's Head, Beara, and Old Head, see strong gusts. Killumney's exposure will be more characteristic of an inland location, with wind conditions influenced by local topography and structures.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions in Killumney is relevant for various local activities. For farming, wind speed and direction are important for timing spraying and silage operations. Building and roofing work can be affected by strong winds, particularly at height. For sports, such as those played at GAA pitches, wind can influence play. Walking can be impacted by wind chill, especially in colder conditions. Within County Cork, sectors such as pharma & manufacturing, food processing, and wind energy are present. The precise wind data helps inform activities where wind is a factor, providing specific information for Killumney.

Near Killumney

Killumney is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Cork Airport (11 km), Cork Airport EICK (METAR) (11 km) and Roches Point (29 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Boggeragh Wind Farm, about 31 km away.

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