Wind forecast Malahide today

Wind in Malahide right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Malahide

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 23 km/h (4 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 39 km/h (24 mph) at Mon 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 51 km/h (32 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 Malahide

Malahide, or Mullach Íde, is a coastal town in County Dublin. As a coastal location, it experiences wind patterns influenced by the Irish Sea. Wind speeds generally vary, with gusts typically exceeding the mean wind speed. The county experiences a coastal mean 10 m wind speed of approximately 4.5-6 m/s, with inland areas seeing around 3.5-5 m/s. These figures are approximate and based on ERA5-like data. Malahide is exposed to these coastal influences, which can include sea breezes during warmer months. The live wind data for Malahide provides current conditions, with a 48-hour table and 7-day gust information offering insight into recent and short-term trends.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Malahide reflects the broader climate of County Dublin. Winter typically brings westerly gales, though the east coast, including Malahide, benefits from some shelter from these Atlantic influences. Spring is often characterised by easterlies, which are a distinctive Irish Sea pattern. During summer, a sea breeze can develop, particularly in the afternoons. This phenomenon can increase wind speeds by 2-4 m/s near the coast and shift the wind direction to onshore. Malahide's position on the coast means it is directly influenced by these seasonal changes, which are common across the east coast of Ireland.

Exposure and shelter

Malahide's coastal location means it is directly exposed to winds from the Irish Sea. While County Dublin is generally sheltered from Atlantic winds by its position on the east coast, it is strongly influenced by sea breezes. The town's proximity to Malahide Estuary suggests local topographical effects may influence wind flow, though specific details are not available. Gusts are a common feature of wind in Ireland, and Malahide will experience these, particularly during stronger wind events. Buildings and local terrain can provide some shelter, creating localised variations in wind speed and direction within the town itself.

Local uses of the wind forecast

For Malahide's population band of 10,000-20,000, understanding wind patterns is relevant to several activities. Tourism, a significant sector in County Dublin, can be affected by wind conditions, influencing outdoor activities and comfort. For individuals involved in construction, wind forecasts are important for planning work, particularly for tasks at height or those involving large structures. Sea uses, such as those at Malahide Estuary for windsurfing, depend directly on wind speed and direction. General activities like walking and sports on GAA pitches are also influenced by wind, affecting comfort and play. The wind forecast provides information for these local considerations.

Near Malahide

Malahide is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Dublin Airport (6 km), Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (8 km) and Phoenix Park (16 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 74 km away.

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