Wind forecast Oranmore today

Wind in Oranmore right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Oranmore

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 5 and 25 km/h (3 to 16 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 45 km/h (28 mph) at Mon 05:00. 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 58 km/h (36 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 Oranmore

Oranmore, or Órán Mór, is situated in County Galway, approximately 2 km from the coast. As part of the Connacht province, it experiences the prevailing westerly and south-westerly winds characteristic of Ireland. The county's coastal areas, including Galway Bay, generally experience mean 10 m wind speeds of approximately 6.5-8.5 m/s, with speeds typically reducing to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland. Gusts, which are sudden, brief increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The strongest and gustiest conditions are typically observed from November to February, driven by Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the period from June to August generally sees lighter winds, though sea breezes can develop on coastal afternoons.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Oranmore largely follows the broader trend for County Galway. The winter months, from November to February, are typically the windiest, with frequent Atlantic depressions bringing strong winds and significant gusts. These systems can cause rapid changes in wind conditions. As the year progresses into spring, winds generally moderate. The summer months of June, July, and August are usually the calmest, though coastal areas can experience a refreshing sea breeze on warm afternoons, which can increase wind speeds temporarily. Autumn sees a gradual return to stronger winds as Atlantic weather systems become more prevalent. Coastal observing stations, such as those in County Galway, can provide an early indication of approaching weather fronts.

Exposure and shelter

Oranmore's location 2 km from the coast means it benefits from some shelter compared to more exposed coastal sites, but it still experiences significant wind, particularly from the dominant south-westerly direction. Galway Bay itself offers some shelter compared to more open parts of the county's coastline. Local terrain, including buildings and minor topographical features, can create localised shelter or funnelling effects. Wind speeds are typically higher at elevated points and decrease closer to the ground. Users should note that wind conditions can vary significantly over short distances due to these local effects. The nearest observing station is at Athenry, approximately 9 km away, providing a regional reference for wind conditions.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for various activities in and around Oranmore. For marine activities in Galway Bay, including fishing and other sea uses, understanding wind speed and direction is crucial for safety and planning. The local economy, with sectors like tourism, festivals, and events, can be significantly influenced by wind conditions, affecting outdoor activities and event planning. Farmers in the area use wind forecasts for timing operations such as spraying and silage. Building and roofing work also requires consideration of wind, especially at height. For recreational activities like golf at Galway Bay Golf Resort or walking, wind speed and direction affect comfort and playability. Wind energy, a sector in County Galway, relies on consistent wind resources.

Near Oranmore

Oranmore is in Co. Galway, one of 14 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Athenry (9 km), Claremorris (49 km) and Shannon Airport EINN (METAR) (63 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Derrybrien Wind Farm, about 31 km away.

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