Wind forecast Lurgan today

Wind in Lurgan right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Lurgan

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 4 and 19 km/h (2 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 40 km/h (25 mph) at Mon 02:00. 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 47 km/h (29 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 19 km/h (12 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Lurgan

Lurgan, or An Lorgain, is situated in County Armagh, an inland county where the prevailing winds are typically from the southwest. While direct wind measurements for Lurgan are not available, the county generally experiences mean 10-meter wind speeds of approximately 3.5-5.5 m/s. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will exceed these mean values. The town is approximately 32 km from the coast, which tends to moderate the direct influence of oceanic winds compared to coastal locations. The overall wind climate is influenced by Atlantic depressions that frequently cross Ireland, bringing varying wind conditions. The Wind Agent provides live wind data for Lurgan, including current conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust trends.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Lurgan, reflecting the broader county climate, generally sees the calmest conditions during summer and autumn. The windiest periods typically occur in winter and early spring. This seasonality is characteristic of Ireland, where frontal systems associated with Atlantic depressions are more frequent and intense during the colder months. While the county notes indicate that hills and open bogland elsewhere in the county experience the biggest gusts during these periods, Lurgan's inland location means it is less directly exposed to the full force of these systems compared to coastal areas. However, strong winds and gusts can still be expected, particularly when these systems pass over.

Exposure and shelter

Lurgan is located in an inland area of County Armagh. The county is characterised by open drumlin farmland, which offers limited natural shelter in many areas. While there are hills elsewhere in the county, such as the Ring of Gullion and Slieve Gullion to the south, these are not immediately adjacent to Lurgan. Therefore, the town's exposure to wind will be largely determined by local topography and built structures. Buildings and other obstructions can create localised shelter or, conversely, channel wind, leading to funnelling effects and increased wind speeds in specific areas. As an inland location, Lurgan does not experience sea breezes, which can influence wind patterns in coastal towns during summer afternoons.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind patterns is relevant for several sectors in Lurgan and County Armagh. The agri-food sector, including apple growing, relies on accurate wind information for activities such as spraying and timing of silage harvesting, where wind can affect drift and efficiency. For manufacturing and logistics, wind can influence outdoor operations, transport planning, and the structural integrity of temporary installations. General farming activities also benefit from wind forecasts for planning daily tasks. For individuals, knowing the wind conditions is useful for outdoor pursuits like walking, and for assessing wind chill, especially during colder months. Building and roofing work also requires consideration of wind for safety and operational planning.

Near Lurgan

Lurgan is in Co. Armagh, one of 8 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Belfast International Airport EGAA (METAR) (23 km), George Best Belfast City Airport EGAC (METAR) (34 km) and Ballyhaise (78 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Altahullion Wind Farm, about 64 km away.

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