Wind forecast Omagh today

Wind in Omagh right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Omagh

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 19 km/h (1 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 38 km/h (24 mph) at Sun 16:00. 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 23 km/h (14 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Omagh

Omagh, or An Ómaigh, is located in County Tyrone, an inland county in Ulster. Wind patterns here are influenced by its position approximately 46 km from the coast. While coastal areas generally experience higher wind speeds, inland locations like Omagh are still subject to the prevailing westerly winds and Atlantic weather systems that cross Ireland. Gusts will typically exceed the mean wind speed. The county's dominant wind direction is from the southwest. For County Tyrone, the mean 10 m wind speed is roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s, though this can be higher on exposed hills. The Wind Agent provides current wind data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust information to help understand the local wind conditions in Omagh.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Omagh follows the general trend for inland areas of Ireland. The calmest conditions are typically observed in summer and autumn. The windiest spells occur during winter and early spring, when frontal systems frequently cross the region. During these periods, gusts can be more pronounced, particularly in open areas. While Omagh is not coastal, the broader influence of Atlantic depressions ensures that even inland locations experience seasonal variations in wind strength. Monitoring the 7-day gust data can provide insight into upcoming windier periods, especially during these more active seasons.

Exposure and shelter

Omagh's exposure to wind is characteristic of an inland town. County Tyrone is described as an inland county of Mid-Ulster, with open uplands and moorland. While the Sperrin Mountains are in the north of the county, Omagh's specific exposure will vary depending on local terrain and built structures. Wind speeds can be higher in open areas, while buildings and local topography can provide shelter, creating localised variations. Gust hotspots elsewhere in the county include the Sperrin upland ridges and wind farm hills. The Wind Agent's data for Omagh reflects the specific conditions at its location, accounting for both regional influences and local factors.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions in Omagh is relevant for several local activities. The agri-food sector and farming operations, such as spraying and silage timing, depend on favourable wind conditions. For the manufacturing and quarrying sectors, wind can affect outdoor operations and material handling. The presence of wind energy as a county economy sector indicates the region's suitability for harnessing wind power. For general outdoor activities like walking or local sports, including GAA, wind speed and direction are important considerations. The Wind Agent provides precise, up-to-date wind information to assist with planning for these various local uses.

Near Omagh

Omagh is in Co. Tyrone, one of 13 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are City of Derry Airport EGAE (METAR) (50 km), Ballyhaise (61 km) and Finner (62 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Bessy Bell Wind Farm, about 13 km away.

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