Wind forecast Mallow today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Mallow

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 19 km/h (2 to 12 mph), mostly from the SSW. The strongest gust is 36 km/h (22 mph) at Sun 15:00. 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 Tue 6/10, gusts to 33 km/h (21 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Mallow

Mallow, or Mala, is situated in County Cork, approximately 31 km inland. Wind patterns here are influenced by its inland location within a large county. While coastal areas of Cork experience mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 5.5-7.5 m/s, inland locations like Mallow typically see lower speeds, nearer 4.5-6 m/s. The prevailing wind direction across County Cork is southwesterly, a common pattern across Ireland due to Atlantic weather systems. Gusts are a notable feature of wind in any location, often significantly exceeding the mean wind speed. These short, sudden increases in wind speed are important for local conditions, even in an inland setting. The Wind Agent provides both mean wind speed and gust data for Mallow.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Mallow generally follows that of County Cork. Winter typically brings more frequent gales, while spring is characterised by dominant southwesterlies. Summer months tend to have lighter winds overall. For locations closer to the coast in County Cork, a sea breeze can develop on summer afternoons, potentially increasing wind speeds by 2-4 m/s and shifting the wind direction onshore. As Mallow is 31 km inland, the direct influence of a sea breeze is likely diminished compared to coastal towns. However, the broader seasonal trends of stronger winds in winter and lighter winds in summer remain relevant.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Mallow's exposure to wind differs from coastal areas of County Cork. Inland locations generally experience less direct exposure to the strongest winds associated with Atlantic depressions. Shelter from local terrain can also play a role; hills or buildings can reduce wind speeds on their leeward side, while funnelling effects can increase wind speeds in narrow passages. While specific local terrain features are not detailed, the general principles of exposure and shelter apply. The county's dominant wind direction is southwesterly, meaning structures or landforms to the west or southwest of Mallow could offer some degree of shelter, or conversely, channels aligned with this direction could funnel wind.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for various activities in Mallow. For the farming community, particularly those involved in food processing, wind forecasts are critical for planning spraying and silage operations, as strong winds can affect application efficacy. Building and roofing work also depends on wind conditions for safety and material handling. While not directly coastal, residents engaging in walking or other outdoor activities benefit from knowing wind speeds and gusts to assess comfort and potential wind chill. The broader county economy includes sectors like wind energy, where understanding wind patterns is fundamental. The Wind Agent provides precise data to support these local considerations.

Near Mallow

Mallow is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Moore Park (26 km), Cork Airport (33 km) and Cork Airport EICK (METAR) (34 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Boggeragh Wind Farm, about 22 km away.

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