Wind forecast Tobercurry today

Wind in Tobercurry right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Tobercurry

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 2 and 23 km/h (1 to 14 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 44 km/h (27 mph) at Sun 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 Sat 10/10 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 Tobercurry

Tobercurry, or Tobar an Choire, is situated inland in County Sligo. Wind conditions here are influenced by the county's Atlantic exposure, though moderated by distance from the coast. The prevailing wind direction across Ireland is from the southwest, bringing air masses from the Atlantic. While coastal areas of County Sligo experience mean 10 m wind speeds of approximately 6.5-8.5 m/s, these speeds typically decrease to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland, which would apply to Tobercurry. Gusts, which are sudden, brief increases in wind speed, will consistently exceed the mean wind speed. These gusts are particularly relevant for activities sensitive to sudden wind changes. The Wind Agent provides current observations and recent history to help understand these local wind patterns.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Tobercurry generally follows the broader trend for County Sligo. The strongest and gustiest winds are typically observed from November to February, driven by Atlantic depressions. During these months, fronts approaching the coast can provide an early indication of changing conditions for inland areas. Conversely, the lightest winds are generally experienced from June to August. While coastal areas may see a sea breeze develop in the afternoons during summer, this effect is less pronounced inland in Tobercurry due to its distance from the coast. The 48-hour and 7-day data provided by The Wind Agent illustrate these short-term and weekly variations.

Exposure and shelter

Tobercurry's inland location, approximately 20 km from the coast, means it experiences less direct exposure to strong Atlantic winds compared to coastal parts of County Sligo. Wind speeds are generally lower than those found directly on the coast. Local topography, even subtle changes in elevation or the presence of buildings, can create areas of shelter where wind speeds are reduced, or conversely, channels where wind might be funnelled and accelerated. Wind direction also plays a role; winds from certain directions might be more exposed or sheltered depending on the surrounding landscape. Understanding these local effects requires observing how the wind behaves in specific locations within the town.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in and around Tobercurry. For agriculture, a key sector in County Sligo, wind data is crucial for planning activities such as spraying, silage timing, and managing livestock. Strong winds can impact building and roofing maintenance. For general outdoor activities like walking, understanding wind speed and direction, particularly gust potential and wind chill, is important for comfort and planning. The nearby Ireland West Airport Knock (EIKN) relies on precise wind data for aviation operations. For those involved in tourism, surf, and golf elsewhere in the county, wind conditions are a primary consideration, and inland towns like Tobercurry can provide a reference point for broader regional conditions.

Near Tobercurry

Tobercurry is in Co. Sligo, one of 7 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Ireland West Airport Knock EIKN (METAR) (17 km), Knock Airport (17 km) and Markree (23 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Seltannaveeny Wind Farm, about 41 km away.

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