Wind forecast Maynooth today

Wind in Maynooth right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Maynooth

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 9 and 24 km/h (6 to 15 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 45 km/h (28 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 Fri 9/10 with gusts to 52 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 24 km/h (15 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Maynooth

Maynooth, or Maigh Nuad, is situated in County Kildare, an inland county in Leinster. The wind patterns here are influenced by its location approximately 25 km from the coast, meaning it experiences less direct coastal exposure than maritime locations. As with most of Ireland, the prevailing winds are from the south-west, often bringing weather systems from the Atlantic. While gusts will always exceed the mean wind speed, particularly during the passage of frontal systems, the county's generally low-lying and open terrain means that wind can travel relatively unimpeded. The Wind Agent provides precise, localised data to help understand these patterns, showing both the current conditions and trends over the past 48 hours and 7 days.

Seasonal pattern

County Kildare, where Maynooth is located, experiences distinct seasonal wind patterns. The county notes indicate that it is among the calmest regions in summer and autumn. Windiest periods typically occur in winter and early spring, when Atlantic frontal systems are more frequent and intense. During these times, mean 10 m wind speeds across the county are roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s. While Maynooth is inland, the open nature of the county means that winter and early spring can bring significant gusts. In summer, periods of lighter winds are common, though local thermal effects can sometimes generate a light sea breeze effect even at some distance inland during warm afternoons.

Exposure and shelter

Maynooth's exposure to wind is shaped by its inland, relatively flat surroundings in County Kildare. The county is described as very open with limited natural shelter, particularly across its low-lying plains. This means that while Maynooth is not directly on the coast, it can still experience significant wind flow, especially from the dominant south-westerly direction. Large buildings and urban areas can create localised shelter or funnelling effects, altering wind flow at ground level. However, at heights of 10 m, 80 m, or 120 m, the wind is generally less affected by ground-level obstructions. The nearest observing stations, such as Weston Airport EIWT and Casement, provide an indication of regional wind conditions.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind information is valuable for several sectors in and around Maynooth. For the significant horse racing and breeding industry in Kildare, understanding wind speed and direction is important for training schedules and event planning. Agriculture, including farming and crop spraying, relies on accurate wind data to optimise operations and ensure effective application of treatments. Logistics, a key sector in the county, benefits from wind awareness for managing vehicle movements and outdoor operations. For general outdoor activities like walking or golf, such as at Carton House Golf Club, wind conditions affect comfort and play. Building and roofing work also requires wind assessment for safety and operational planning.

Near Maynooth

Maynooth is in Co. Kildare, one of 22 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (8 km), Casement (13 km) and Dunsany (16 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 44 km away.

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