Wind forecast Kircubbin today

Wind in Kircubbin right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Kircubbin

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 5 and 23 km/h (3 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Mon 12:00. 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 Sat 10/10 with gusts to 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 18 km/h (11 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Kircubbin

Kircubbin, situated in County Down, experiences wind patterns influenced by its coastal location and the broader regional climate of Ulster. As a coastal settlement, Kircubbin is generally subject to stronger winds than many inland areas. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the west and southwest, particularly during autumn and winter, bringing moisture and often higher wind speeds. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will typically exceed the mean wind speed displayed on this page. The Wind Agent provides current wind data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts to help understand these dynamic conditions. Coastal mean wind speeds in County Down are approximately 5.5-7.5 m/s, with inland areas seeing around 4-5.5 m/s, though these are county-level approximations.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Kircubbin follows the general Irish trend, with the strongest winds typically occurring from autumn through to spring. During these months, Atlantic depressions frequently track across or near Ireland, leading to increased wind speeds and more frequent strong gusts. Winter southwesterlies and north-westerlies are noted as bringing the strongest wind to County Down. Summer months generally see lighter winds, though sea breezes can develop on warmer, sunny afternoons, providing localised increases in wind near the coast. These sea breezes are typically moderate and tend to die down by evening. The 7-day gust forecast on this page provides an indication of upcoming wind conditions.

Exposure and shelter

Kircubbin is coastal, located approximately 1 km from the coast, which contributes to its exposure to wind. The coastal areas of County Down face the Irish Sea and the North Channel, meaning Kircubbin can be exposed depending on the wind direction. While Strangford Lough offers some shelter to parts of the county, the exposure of Kircubbin itself will vary with local topography and the specific direction of the wind. Buildings and terrain can create localised shelter or funnelling effects. Elsewhere in County Down, the Ards peninsula can experience strong funnelled easterlies and westerly gusts. Understanding the local environment in Kircubbin, alongside the live data, is key to assessing actual wind conditions.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in Kircubbin. For agri-food and farming, wind data is crucial for planning spraying, silage timing, and managing livestock exposure. The tourism sector, including walking and general outdoor activities, benefits from knowing wind conditions for comfort and planning. For those involved in fishing, sailing, and marine leisure, wind speed and direction are primary safety and operational considerations, particularly in coastal waters. Building and roofing work requires wind awareness for worker safety and material handling. Even for local sports such as GAA, wind conditions can influence play. The Wind Agent provides precise, up-to-date wind information for these local requirements.

Near Kircubbin

Kircubbin is in Co. Down, one of 37 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are George Best Belfast City Airport EGAC (METAR) (26 km), Belfast International Airport EGAA (METAR) (48 km) and City of Derry Airport EGAE (METAR) (121 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Altahullion Wind Farm, about 101 km away.

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