Wind forecast Sion Mills today

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Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 1 and 19 km/h (1 to 12 mph), mostly from the SSW. The strongest gust is 36 km/h (22 mph) at Mon 01:00. 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 46 km/h (29 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 25 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 Sion Mills

Sion Mills is situated in County Tyrone, an inland county in Ulster. The wind patterns here are influenced by its distance from the coast, approximately 23 km. While not directly exposed to the Atlantic, the county experiences the effects of frontal systems crossing Ireland, particularly in winter and early spring. Mean wind speeds at 10 metres in County Tyrone are roughly 3.5 to 5.5 metres per second, with higher speeds expected on exposed hills elsewhere in the county. Gusts, which are sudden, brief increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed and can be significantly stronger, especially in open areas. The prevailing wind direction across County Tyrone is from the south-west.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind patterns in Sion Mills generally follow those of County Tyrone. The county experiences its calmest periods in summer and autumn. The windiest spells are typically observed in winter and early spring, when frontal systems associated with Atlantic depressions frequently cross Ireland. During these times, stronger winds and more significant gusts are common. While the county is inland, the general atmospheric conditions across Ireland mean that westerly winds are a dominant feature throughout the year. Localised effects can modify these patterns, but the broader seasonal trends are consistent with an inland location in Northern Ireland.

Exposure and shelter

Sion Mills is located in an inland part of County Tyrone, which means it is generally less exposed than coastal areas. The county's wind climate notes describe it as an inland county of Mid-Ulster. Terrain can significantly affect wind flow; hills and buildings can provide shelter on their lee side, reducing wind speeds. Conversely, wind can be funnelled and accelerated through gaps or between structures. While the Sperrin Mountains are in the north of the county, and there are open uplands and moorland elsewhere, the immediate exposure in Sion Mills will depend on its specific topography and local built environment. Gusts tend to be strongest in open bogland and on hills, as noted for the county.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind patterns is important for several sectors in and around Sion Mills. For the agri-food sector and general farming activities, wind forecasts are crucial for planning tasks such as spraying and silage timing, as strong winds can affect application and drying. The manufacturing sector may also consider wind conditions for certain operations, particularly those involving outdoor work or material handling. Quarrying, another sector in the county, can be impacted by wind for dust management and operational safety. The growing wind energy sector, with Bessy Bell Wind Farm approximately 17 km away, relies heavily on accurate wind data for turbine operation and maintenance. Additionally, general outdoor activities like walking can be made more comfortable and safer with an awareness of wind strength and direction.

Near Sion Mills

Sion Mills is in Co. Tyrone, one of 13 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are City of Derry Airport EGAE (METAR) (35 km), Finner (59 km) and Donegal Airport EIDL (METAR) (62 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Bessy Bell Wind Farm, about 17 km away.

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