Wind forecast Kilmallock today

Wind in Kilmallock right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Kilmallock

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 22 km/h (4 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 41 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 48 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 30 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 Kilmallock

Kilmallock, or Cill Mocheallóg, is an inland town in County Limerick. The prevailing wind direction across County Limerick is southwesterly. This general pattern influences the wind experienced in Kilmallock, though its inland location means wind speeds are typically lower than coastal areas. While coastal mean 10 m wind speeds in Limerick are roughly 5.5-7.5 m/s, inland areas like Kilmallock generally experience closer to 4.5-6 m/s, based on approximate ERA5-like data. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and can be significantly higher, particularly during strong weather systems originating from the Atlantic. The Wind Agent provides live data for Kilmallock, showing current conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust trends.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Kilmallock generally follows that of County Limerick. Winter typically brings stronger winds, with gales possible as Atlantic depressions track across Ireland. Spring is often characterised by dominant southwesterlies. As summer approaches, wind speeds tend to be lighter. While coastal areas can experience afternoon sea breezes in summer, Kilmallock's inland position, approximately 33 km from the coast, means it is less directly influenced by this phenomenon. Autumn sees a gradual return to stronger wind conditions as the Atlantic weather systems become more active. The overall climate for the county is described as an inland Shannon county, with the Shannon estuary to the west, the Golden Vale to the south, and the Ballyhoura hills.

Exposure and shelter

Kilmallock's inland location in County Limerick provides some degree of shelter compared to coastal sites. The town is situated within an area described as the Golden Vale to the south, with the Ballyhoura hills also mentioned in the county's wind climate notes. While these features are elsewhere in the county, local topography within and immediately surrounding Kilmallock will influence specific wind patterns. Buildings and local terrain can create shelter, reducing wind speed, or in some cases, funnel wind, leading to localised increases in speed. The county notes indicate that hill sites, such as those at Tournafulla and Ballyhoura elsewhere in the county, can experience stronger gusts due to their exposure. Kilmallock's position means it is generally less exposed than such elevated or coastal locations.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions is relevant for various activities in Kilmallock and the surrounding area. For the agriculture sector, a key part of the county's economy, wind data is important for planning activities such as spraying, silage timing, and managing livestock. Building and roofing work also benefits from knowing wind speeds, particularly gusts, to ensure operational safety and material handling. For residents and those involved in local events, wind information can influence outdoor plans. While not directly coastal, general outdoor pursuits can be affected by wind chill. Wind data is also relevant for general awareness, especially given the county's exposure to Atlantic weather systems, which can bring strong winds, particularly in winter.

Near Kilmallock

Kilmallock is in Co. Limerick, one of 12 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Moore Park (34 km), Shannon Airport (40 km) and Shannon Airport EINN (METAR) (41 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Lenanavea Wind Farm, about 34 km away.

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