Wind forecast Tallaght today

Wind in Tallaght right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Tallaght

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 7 and 23 km/h (4 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 49 km/h (30 mph) at Mon 15:00. 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 51 km/h (32 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 28 km/h (17 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Tallaght

Tallaght, known in Irish as Tamhlacht, is situated in County Dublin, approximately 12 km from the coast. As an inland location, it generally experiences less wind than coastal areas. The county's dominant wind direction is from the west. While average wind speeds across County Dublin are approximately 3.5-5 m/s inland, Tallaght's specific wind patterns will be influenced by its local topography and urban development. Gusts, which are sudden, brief increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The live data on The Wind Agent provides current conditions, while the 48-hour table and 7-day gust data offer insights into recent and short-term wind behaviour. The Wind Agent displays both to give a complete picture of the wind.

Seasonal pattern

County Dublin's wind climate is influenced by its east-coast location. Winter typically brings westerly gales, though the east coast is partly sheltered from the full force of Atlantic depressions. Spring often sees distinctive easterlies, and summer afternoons can experience sea breezes. These sea breezes, which can add 2-4 m/s near the coast and shift wind direction onshore, may extend inland to Tallaght, though their effect would be attenuated at 12 km from the coast. The county's coastal mean 10 m wind is roughly 4.5-6 m/s, with inland areas like Tallaght generally experiencing lower speeds. The overall pattern reflects Ireland's temperate maritime climate, with variations driven by seasonal weather systems.

Exposure and shelter

Tallaght's inland position, 12 km from the coast, means it is generally more sheltered than coastal parts of County Dublin. While the county has a coastline and is influenced by sea breezes, Tallaght's distance from the sea means direct coastal exposure is not a primary factor. Urban environments can create localised wind effects; buildings can funnel wind, increasing speeds in narrow passages, or provide shelter in their lee. The general wind climate for County Dublin notes that inland areas are typically less windy than coastal ones. The presence of the Dublin Mountains elsewhere in the county offers some shelter from southerly and westerly winds for parts of the county, but specific local shelter in Tallaght will depend on its immediate surroundings.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Precise wind information is valuable for various activities in Tallaght. For the construction sector, understanding wind speed and gust potential is critical for crane operation, safety on sites, and securing structures. Building and roofing maintenance also benefit from knowing wind conditions. Farming activities, though less prevalent in this urban area, would consider wind for spraying and silage timing. Local sports, such as those played on GAA pitches, are directly affected by wind strength and direction. For individuals, understanding wind chill, especially in winter, is important for outdoor comfort. The finance & tech and pharma sectors, prominent in the county, may use wind data for operational planning related to infrastructure or air quality.

Near Tallaght

Tallaght is in Co. Dublin, one of 28 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Casement (5 km), Phoenix Park (8 km) and Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (11 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 55 km away.

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