Wind forecast Portadown today

Wind in Portadown right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Portadown

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 4 and 21 km/h (2 to 13 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 44 km/h (27 mph) at Mon 13:00. 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 Sat 10/10 with gusts to 46 km/h (29 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 18 km/h (11 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Portadown

Portadown, or Port an Dúnáin, is situated in County Armagh, an inland county in Ulster. Wind patterns here are influenced by its distance from the coast, approximately 37 km. While not directly exposed to coastal winds, Atlantic depressions frequently bring wind across the island, affecting inland areas. Gusts are a common feature of wind in Ireland, and will typically exceed the mean wind speed. County Armagh generally experiences mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 3.5-5.5 m/s, with higher speeds possible on more exposed terrain. The town's specific topography will influence local wind flow, potentially creating areas of both increased exposure and shelter. The Wind Agent provides current wind speeds, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts for Portadown.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Portadown generally aligns with that of County Armagh. The county is noted as being among the calmest regions in summer and autumn. Windiest conditions are typically observed in winter and early spring, periods when frontal systems frequently cross Ireland. During these times, hills and open bogland elsewhere in the county may experience stronger gusts. While Portadown is not coastal, the general pattern of stronger winds in the colder months and calmer conditions in the warmer months is broadly applicable. Summer afternoons may occasionally experience a sea breeze effect, though this would be diminished by the distance from the coast.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Portadown is less exposed to the direct force of Atlantic winds compared to coastal locations. County Armagh is characterised by open drumlin farmland, which offers limited shelter across much of its landscape. However, within Portadown itself, buildings and other structures will provide local shelter, particularly in their lee. Conversely, open spaces or areas between buildings can sometimes experience funnelling effects, leading to localised increases in wind speed. The county's dominant wind direction is SW, meaning structures oriented to the southwest may experience greater exposure. The nearest observing station providing METAR data is Belfast International Airport, approximately 30 km away.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Wind information is relevant for several sectors in Portadown and County Armagh. The agri-food sector, including apple growing, relies on wind data for activities such as spraying, which is sensitive to drift, and timing silage. Manufacturing and logistics operations can be affected by wind, particularly for large vehicles or outdoor work. Building and roofing work requires an understanding of wind conditions for safety and material handling. For those engaged in farming, wind chill can impact livestock, and knowing wind direction is useful for managing odours. Recreational activities, such as walking, can also be influenced by wind strength and direction, particularly in more open areas.

Near Portadown

Portadown is in Co. Armagh, one of 8 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Belfast International Airport EGAA (METAR) (30 km), George Best Belfast City Airport EGAC (METAR) (43 km) and Ballyhaise (70 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Bessy Bell Wind Farm, about 61 km away.

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