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Meteogram and wind rose for Kilworth

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 2 and 17 km/h (1 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 33 km/h (21 mph) at Sun 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 49 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Mon 5/10, 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 Kilworth

Kilworth, or Cill Uird, is located inland in County Cork, approximately 31 km from the coast. As an inland location, it typically experiences lower mean wind speeds compared to coastal areas of the county. County Cork's coastal mean 10 m wind is roughly 5.5-7.5 m/s, with inland areas generally seeing 4.5-6 m/s. Wind speeds at 10 m are measured at this height to standardise observations, but wind speeds increase with height. Strongest winds in Ireland are generally associated with Atlantic depressions, bringing south-westerly winds. Gusts will always exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during these events. The nearest observing station is Moore Park, approximately 2 km away, which provides local measurements.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Kilworth generally follows that of County Cork. Winter typically brings the strongest winds, often associated with gales from Atlantic depressions. Spring sees a continuation of strong south-westerly winds. Summer months tend to have lighter winds. On the south coast of County Cork, summer afternoons can experience a sea breeze, which may add 2-4 m/s to the wind speed and shift the direction onshore. However, due to Kilworth's inland location, the direct influence of a sea breeze is likely diminished compared to coastal towns. The prevailing wind direction for County Cork is south-westerly, which will also be a significant factor in Kilworth.

Exposure and shelter

Kilworth's inland location means it is less exposed to the full force of Atlantic winds compared to coastal areas of County Cork. The surrounding terrain, including the nearby Galtymore mountain (~21 km) and Knockmealdown Mountains (~24 km), can influence local wind patterns. Mountains can provide shelter on their leeward side, reducing wind speeds, or channel wind through valleys, potentially increasing speeds due to funnelling effects. Buildings and other structures within the town will also create localised areas of shelter and turbulence. Therefore, actual wind conditions can vary significantly over short distances depending on the immediate surroundings.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are important for several activities in Kilworth. For farming, wind conditions affect spraying, silage timing, and livestock management. Building and roofing work requires knowledge of wind strength for safety and material handling. For the local economy, which includes food processing and manufacturing, wind can impact operations and energy consumption. The nearby Woodhouse Wind Farm (~35 km) highlights the role of wind energy in the county. For outdoor activities, such as walking or GAA pitches, understanding wind speed and direction is relevant for comfort and planning. Wind chill can make even moderate wind speeds feel colder.

Near Kilworth

Kilworth is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Moore Park (2 km), Cork Airport (40 km) and Cork Airport EICK (METAR) (41 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Woodhouse Wind Farm, about 35 km away.

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