Wind forecast Oughterard today

Wind in Oughterard right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Oughterard

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 2 and 23 km/h (1 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 43 km/h (27 mph) at Sun 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 57 km/h (35 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 Oughterard

Oughterard, or Uachtar Ard, is situated in County Galway, approximately 15 km from the coast. The wind here is influenced by its inland location, generally experiencing less direct exposure than coastal areas of the county. While the county's dominant wind direction is from the southwest, local terrain can modify this. Wind speeds typically vary throughout the day and year, with gusts often exceeding the mean wind speed. The Wind Agent provides current wind speeds, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts for Oughterard, offering precise data to understand local conditions. This allows users to observe how wind patterns evolve, reflecting both regional weather systems and local effects.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Oughterard generally follows that of County Galway. The strongest and gustiest conditions are typically observed from November to February, driven by Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the period from June to August tends to be the lightest. While coastal areas of the county may experience a lift in afternoon wind speeds due to sea breezes during summer, Oughterard's inland position means this effect is less pronounced. The 7-day gust forecast provided by The Wind Agent can indicate upcoming periods of stronger winds, aiding in planning for seasonal activities.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Oughterard benefits from some shelter compared to County Galway's Atlantic coastline. The county's coastal mean 10 m wind speeds are roughly 6.5-8.5 m/s, falling to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland; Oughterard would typically fall within this lower range. Local topography, such as hills or buildings, can create further shelter or, in some cases, funnelling effects that locally increase wind speed. The nearby Lough Corrib, approximately 9 km away, may also have some localised influence on wind patterns near its shores. The Wind Agent's data provides specific measurements for Oughterard, capturing these local nuances rather than broad regional averages.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Precise wind information is valuable for various activities in Oughterard. For the local tourism sector, understanding wind conditions is important for outdoor pursuits, including those on Lough Corrib. Farmers can use the data for planning activities such as spraying or silage timing, where wind speed and direction are critical. Building and roofing work also benefits from accurate wind data, particularly when working at height. For general outdoor activities like walking, knowing the wind can help in preparing for wind chill. While not coastal, awareness of wind patterns can still be relevant for those involved in fishing on the nearby loughs.

Near Oughterard

Oughterard is in Co. Galway, one of 14 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Athenry (39 km), Mace Head (39 km) and Claremorris (40 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Cloosh Valley Wind Farm, about 3 km away.

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