Wind forecast Prosperous today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Prosperous

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 25 km/h (4 to 16 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 46 km/h (29 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 49 km/h (30 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 Prosperous

Prosperous, or An Chorrchoill, is situated in County Kildare, an inland county approximately 36 km from the coast. The county experiences a mean 10 m wind speed roughly between 3.5 and 5.5 m/s, with higher speeds possible on more exposed terrain. As an inland location, Prosperous is generally less exposed to the direct force of Atlantic weather systems compared to coastal areas. However, like much of Ireland, it is still influenced by prevailing westerly winds and the passage of depressions. Gusts, which are brief increases in wind speed, will typically exceed the mean wind speed at any given time. The open farmland around Prosperous contributes to unobstructed gusts, particularly during winter months.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in County Kildare, and by extension Prosperous, shows distinct characteristics. The region is noted as being among the calmest in Ireland during the summer and autumn months. Conversely, the windiest periods typically occur in winter and early spring. This seasonality is largely driven by the passage of frontal systems across Ireland during these colder months. While Prosperous itself is not on a hill, open bogland and hills elsewhere in the county can experience the strongest gusts during these windier spells. These patterns are consistent with general meteorological trends across inland Ireland, where Atlantic influences are more pronounced in the colder half of the year.

Exposure and shelter

Prosperous is located within County Kildare, an inland county characterised by low-lying plains and open areas. This provides a generally open environment with limited natural shelter. The county's dominant wind direction is from the southwest. While local topography within Prosperous itself will influence specific wind patterns, the broad exposure of the surrounding farmland means that winds can travel relatively unimpeded. Buildings and other structures within the town will offer localised shelter, creating areas of reduced wind speed in their lee. However, the overall county wind climate notes that open farmland can produce unobstructed gusts, suggesting that while local shelter exists, the broader area is exposed.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in and around Prosperous. For the significant agricultural sector in Kildare, wind forecasts are crucial for planning activities such as spraying and silage timing, where wind speed and direction directly impact efficiency and effectiveness. Building and roofing work also relies on wind data for operational planning and safety. Given the county's strong association with horse racing and breeding, wind conditions can be a factor for training and events at nearby venues like The Curragh and Punchestown Racecourses. For walking and other outdoor pursuits, understanding wind chill and gust potential enhances comfort and planning.

Near Prosperous

Prosperous is in Co. Kildare, one of 22 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (19 km), Casement (21 km) and Dunsany (26 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Mountlucas Wind Farm, about 32 km away.

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