Wind forecast Kinnegad today

Wind in Kinnegad right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Kinnegad

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 9 and 23 km/h (6 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 42 km/h (26 mph) at Mon 10:00. 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 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 26 km/h (16 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Kinnegad

Kinnegad, or Cionn Átha Gad, is situated in County Westmeath, an inland county approximately 60 km from the coast. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the west and southwest, influenced by Atlantic weather systems. While Kinnegad is not coastal, these systems still bring significant wind activity. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will typically exceed the mean wind speed. The Wind Agent provides current wind speeds, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust information, offering a precise view of local wind conditions. County Westmeath experiences mean 10 m wind speeds roughly between 3.5-5.5 m/s, with higher speeds on more exposed terrain. Wind conditions in Kinnegad will reflect this inland pattern, with variations due to local topography.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Kinnegad aligns with that of County Westmeath. The county generally experiences its calmest conditions during summer and autumn. Conversely, the windiest periods are typically observed in winter and early spring. This pattern is largely driven by the passage of frontal systems across the Atlantic. While the county is inland, these systems can still bring strong winds and gusts. The county's wind climate notes indicate that hills and open bogland areas elsewhere in the county can experience the biggest gusts during these windier spells. The Wind Agent's data allows for observation of these seasonal shifts in Kinnegad's wind patterns.

Exposure and shelter

Kinnegad's inland location in County Westmeath means its wind exposure differs from coastal areas. The county is characterised by an inland lakeland landscape, with farmland and bogland. While the general county wind climate notes mention gust hotspots elsewhere in the county, such as Lough Ree fetch and open bogland, Kinnegad itself will experience wind patterns influenced by its immediate surroundings. Buildings and local terrain can provide shelter, reducing wind speeds at ground level. Conversely, open areas within and around the town may experience more direct wind exposure. The precise wind data from The Wind Agent can help identify areas of greater exposure or shelter within the town and its vicinity.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions is relevant for several activities in Kinnegad, given the county's economic sectors. For agriculture, wind speed and direction are important for tasks such as spraying, silage timing, and managing livestock. Logistics operations, a sector in County Westmeath, can be affected by strong winds, particularly for high-sided vehicles. For manufacturing, wind can influence outdoor operations or the structural integrity of temporary installations. Tourism activities, including walking or golf at nearby spots like The K Club or Headfort Golf Club, benefit from knowing wind conditions for comfort and planning. Additionally, general building and roofing work in Kinnegad requires wind awareness for worker safety and material handling.

Near Kinnegad

Kinnegad is in Co. Westmeath, one of 8 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Mullingar (20 km), Dunsany (30 km) and Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (42 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 21 km away.

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