Wind forecast Toormakeady today

Wind in Toormakeady right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Toormakeady

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 9 and 24 km/h (6 to 15 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 40 km/h (25 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 Fri 9/10 with gusts to 53 km/h (33 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 27 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 Toormakeady

Toormakeady, or Tuar Mhic Éadaigh, is situated inland in County Mayo, approximately 21 km from the coast. As an inland location, it typically experiences lower mean wind speeds compared to coastal areas of the county. The dominant wind direction across County Mayo is from the southwest, and this general pattern will influence conditions in Toormakeady. Wind speeds will fluctuate, with gusts consistently exceeding the mean wind speed, particularly during periods of stronger winds. The Atlantic weather systems that affect Ireland regularly bring varying wind conditions to this region, with the general trend being for winds to be strongest from November to February.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Toormakeady generally follows the broader trends observed across County Mayo. The strongest and gustiest winds are typically recorded from November to February, driven by Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the lightest winds are usually experienced from June to August. While coastal areas of Mayo may benefit from a sea breeze lifting afternoon winds during summer, Toormakeady's inland location means this effect is less pronounced here. Throughout the year, the passage of weather fronts can bring rapid changes in wind speed and direction, with coastal stations elsewhere in the county often providing an early indication of approaching systems.

Exposure and shelter

Toormakeady's inland position, some 21 km from the coast, offers a degree of shelter compared to the highly exposed Atlantic coastline of County Mayo. While the county is known for its exposure, with areas like Achill and Belmullet experiencing some of the most exposed conditions in Europe, Toormakeady will generally see more moderated wind speeds. The local topography, which is not detailed in the available context, would play a role in creating specific areas of shelter or funnelling effects. Wind speeds at higher elevations, such as 80 m or 120 m, will consistently be stronger than those measured at the standard 10 m height, and wind chill can be a factor in exposed areas during colder, windier periods.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are relevant for several activities in and around Toormakeady. For agriculture, a key sector in County Mayo, wind speed and direction are important for tasks such as spraying and timing silage cuts. Building and roofing work in the area also relies on wind information for operational safety and planning. Although not coastal, the proximity to Lough Mask means wind forecasts can be relevant for lake-based activities. For those involved in tourism, understanding wind conditions can assist in planning outdoor activities. The wind energy sector, also present in the county, relies heavily on detailed wind data for planning and operation, with the nearest wind farm being Cloosh Valley Wind Farm.

Near Toormakeady

Toormakeady is in Co. Mayo, one of 13 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Claremorris (26 km), Newport (33 km) and Knock Airport (46 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Cloosh Valley Wind Farm, about 23 km away.

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