Wind forecast Monasterevin today

Wind in Monasterevin right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Monasterevin

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 43 km/h (27 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 49 km/h (30 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 Monasterevin

Monasterevin, known in Irish as Mainistir Eimhín, is situated in County Kildare, an inland county characterised by low-lying plains. Wind patterns here are largely influenced by Atlantic weather systems, which typically bring prevailing westerly and south-westerly winds across Ireland. While Monasterevin is approximately 61 km from the coast, these systems still dictate the general wind direction and strength. Gusts, which are short, sudden increases in wind speed, will frequently exceed the mean wind speed shown. The county's dominant wind direction is south-westerly. Approximate mean wind speeds at 10 metres above ground level across County Kildare range from 3.5 to 5.5 metres per second, with higher speeds possible on more exposed terrain. The Wind Agent provides current wind conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts for Monasterevin.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Monasterevin generally reflects that of inland Leinster. County Kildare experiences its calmest conditions during summer and autumn. The windiest periods typically occur in winter and early spring, when frontal systems associated with Atlantic depressions frequently cross the country. These systems can bring stronger winds and more pronounced gusts. While Monasterevin itself is on low-lying ground, open farmland in the county can produce unobstructed gusts, particularly during these windier seasons. Higher ground elsewhere in the county, such as hills and open bogland, may also experience more significant gusts during these spells.

Exposure and shelter

Monasterevin's location within County Kildare means it is part of a generally open landscape with limited natural shelter. As an inland town, it is not subject to coastal effects like sea breezes. The low-lying plains and open farmland surrounding Monasterevin contribute to its exposure, allowing winds to move across the area with relatively few obstructions. Shelter from the wind can be found in the lee of buildings or other structures within the town itself. However, outside built-up areas, the open nature of the terrain means there is less to break the wind's force. Gusts can be particularly noticeable across open fields.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind forecasts are relevant for several activities in and around Monasterevin. For agriculture, a significant sector in County Kildare, wind speed and direction are crucial for planning activities such as spraying and silage timing. The horse racing and breeding industry, prominent in the county, considers wind conditions for events and animal welfare. Logistics operations, another key sector, may factor wind into transport planning. For building and roofing work, understanding wind strength is important for safety and scheduling. Individuals engaging in outdoor activities, including walking, may use the forecast to anticipate conditions. Wind chill, the perceived decrease in air temperature felt by the body on exposure to wind, can also be a factor in cooler months.

Near Monasterevin

Monasterevin is in Co. Kildare, one of 22 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Oak Park (33 km), Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (45 km) and Casement (46 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 19 km away.

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