Wind forecast Midleton today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Midleton

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 18 km/h (1 to 11 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 34 km/h (21 mph) at Tue 11:00. 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 Sun 4/10, gusts to 32 km/h (20 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Midleton

Midleton, or Mainister na Corann, is situated in County Cork, a county known for its significant coastline. Wind patterns here are influenced by the Atlantic, with the county generally experiencing a dominant south-westerly wind. While coastal areas of Cork typically see mean 10 m wind speeds of approximately 5.5-7.5 m/s, inland areas are closer to 4.5-6 m/s, according to approximate county-level ERA5-like data. Midleton is coastal, located about 2 km from the coast, which means it will experience more direct influence from sea breezes and coastal wind patterns compared to more inland locations. Gusts, which are sudden, brief increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and are an important consideration for wind-sensitive activities.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Midleton generally follows that of County Cork. Winter typically brings more frequent gales and stronger winds, influenced by Atlantic depressions. Spring often sees a prevalence of south-westerly winds. During the summer months, the wind tends to be lighter. On the south coast of County Cork, which includes the area near Midleton, afternoon sea breezes can develop in summer. These can add an additional 2-4 m/s to the wind speed and shift the wind direction to be more onshore. This phenomenon can provide a welcome cooling effect but also alter conditions for those on the water or engaged in outdoor activities.

Exposure and shelter

Midleton's proximity to the coast, at approximately 2 km, means its exposure to wind can be significant. Coastal locations are generally windier than inland areas. However, local topography can create variations in wind exposure. Shelter from hills or buildings can reduce wind speeds, while funnelling effects between structures or terrain can increase them. While specific local features are not detailed, it is a general principle that wind conditions can vary within a town. For example, areas directly exposed to the prevailing south-westerly winds may experience stronger conditions than those sheltered by built-up areas or elevated ground. The county notes indicate that Cork Harbour, though sheltered, can still be gusty.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are valuable for various activities in Midleton. For the significant pharma and manufacturing, and food processing sectors in County Cork, wind can affect operations, particularly for processes involving emissions or outdoor work. The ports sector in nearby Cork Harbour relies on accurate wind data for navigation and cargo handling. Farmers in the surrounding area use wind information for timing spraying and silage operations. Golfers at Fota Island Golf Club or Cork Golf Club will find wind data crucial for game planning. For general outdoor activities like walking, understanding wind speed and direction can help in planning routes and preparing for wind chill, especially in winter.

Near Midleton

Midleton is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Roches Point (15 km), Cork Airport (22 km) and Cork Airport EICK (METAR) (23 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Woodhouse Wind Farm, about 42 km away.

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