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Meteogram and wind rose for Newport

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 21 km/h (4 to 13 mph), mostly from the SSW. 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 50 km/h (31 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 27 km/h (17 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Newport

Newport, or An Port Nua, is situated in County Tipperary, an inland county in Munster. The prevailing wind direction across Ireland is from the south-west, which is also the dominant wind direction for County Tipperary. This means that Newport generally experiences winds that have travelled over land before reaching the town. Gusts are a feature of wind in Ireland, typically exceeding the mean wind speed, particularly during the passage of weather fronts. The Wind Agent provides precise wind data for Newport, showing both current conditions and forecasts for the next 48 hours, including gust speeds, which are important for understanding the full impact of the wind.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Newport follows the general trend for inland Ireland. Winter and early spring are typically the windiest periods, as more frequent and intense frontal systems cross the country from the Atlantic. During these months, wind speeds and gust potential are at their highest. Conversely, summer and autumn tend to be calmer, particularly in inland regions like County Tipperary. While the county as a whole experiences its calmest conditions in summer and autumn, the overall mean 10-metre wind speed across County Tipperary is approximately 3.5 to 5.5 metres per second, with higher values on more exposed terrain.

Exposure and shelter

Newport is located in an inland part of County Tipperary, approximately 23 km from the coast. Inland locations generally experience less wind exposure compared to coastal areas, as the land surface creates more friction and shelter. However, local topography can influence wind patterns significantly. While specific local features are not detailed, shelter can be provided by buildings and terrain. Conversely, funnelling effects between structures or through valleys can locally increase wind speeds. The county notes indicate that while the Golden Vale offers some shelter, higher ground elsewhere in the county, such as the Galtees and Knockmealdowns, can be very exposed, and Lough Derg can generate squalls.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Precise wind information is valuable for several sectors in and around Newport. For the agri-food and dairy industries, as well as horse breeding, wind conditions affect farm operations such as spraying, silage timing, and livestock management. Rural tourism and sport, including activities at nearby facilities like Castletroy Golf Club and Thomond Park, are also influenced by wind, impacting comfort and safety for participants. Building and roofing work requires accurate wind data for planning and execution. For general outdoor activities, understanding wind speed and gusts helps in planning for comfort and safety, particularly regarding wind chill.

Near Newport

Newport is in Co. Tipperary, one of 12 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Shannon Airport (34 km), Shannon Airport EINN (METAR) (35 km) and Gurteen (46 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Glenough Wind Farm, about 34 km away.

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