Wind forecast Sandyford today

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Meteogram and wind rose for Sandyford

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 3 and 26 km/h (2 to 16 mph), mostly from the WSW. The strongest gust is 55 km/h (34 mph) at Mon 12:00. 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 Mon 5/10 with gusts to 55 km/h (34 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 36 km/h (22 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Sandyford

Sandyford, known in Irish as Áth an Ghainimh, is located in County Dublin, approximately 5 km from the coast. As an inland location, it typically experiences less wind than coastal areas of the county. County Dublin's approximate mean 10 m wind speed is around 3.5-5 m/s inland. Wind speeds will fluctuate, with gusts commonly exceeding the mean speed, particularly during periods of stronger wind. The dominant wind direction for County Dublin is westerly, influencing conditions in Sandyford. Atlantic depressions frequently bring strong winds from the west, especially during winter months. Wind conditions are observed to vary over 48 hours and 7 days, with gusts often being a key factor in perceived wind strength.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Sandyford generally aligns with the broader trends for County Dublin. Winter typically brings the strongest winds, often from westerly directions, associated with Atlantic weather systems. While the east coast is partly sheltered from these westerly gales, strong winds can still occur. Spring often sees the emergence of easterly winds, a distinctive Irish Sea pattern. During summer afternoons, a sea breeze can develop, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to wind speeds near the coast and shifting wind direction onshore. This sea breeze effect may be felt in Sandyford, though it would be less pronounced than directly on the coastline. Autumn can bring a mix of conditions as weather patterns transition.

Exposure and shelter

Sandyford's location 5 km inland provides some shelter compared to the more exposed coastal parts of County Dublin. The Dublin Mountains to the south offer a degree of shelter from southerly winds, though their effect on other directions may vary. Buildings and local topography within Sandyford can create localised areas of shelter or funnelling, where wind speeds might be reduced or increased respectively. While the county's coastline is subject to strong sea-breeze influence and urban gust hotspots such as those found elsewhere in the county, Sandyford's inland position means it is less directly affected by these specific coastal phenomena. The overall exposure is moderate, influenced by its proximity to both urban development and higher ground.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions is relevant for various activities in Sandyford. For the finance and tech sectors, and construction, wind can impact tall structures and outdoor work. Aviation, though centred elsewhere in the county, relies on precise wind data. For residents, wind forecasts inform decisions on outdoor leisure, such as walking. Farming activities, if present in surrounding areas, would consider wind for spraying and silage timing. The nearby Leopardstown Racecourse and RDS Dublin, both racecourses, would monitor wind for event planning and participant conditions. Wind chill can be a factor for anyone outdoors, and the direction and strength of wind influence perceived temperature.

Near Sandyford

Sandyford is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Phoenix Park (13 km), Casement (15 km) and Dublin Airport EIDW (METAR) (17 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 54 km away.

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