Wind forecast Tuam today

Wind in Tuam right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Tuam

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 5 and 24 km/h (3 to 15 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 45 km/h (28 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 54 km/h (34 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 20 km/h (12 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Tuam

Tuam, or Tuaim, is situated in County Galway, approximately 28 km inland. The prevailing winds across Ireland are from the westerly quarter, influenced by Atlantic depressions. These systems bring stronger winds and gusts, particularly from November to February. While coastal areas of County Galway experience mean 10 m wind speeds of roughly 6.5-8.5 m/s, these speeds typically reduce to about 5-7 m/s a few kilometres inland, which would apply to Tuam. Gusts are a notable feature, often exceeding the mean wind speed significantly, especially during frontal passages. The Wind Agent provides live wind data, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts to help understand these patterns in Tuam.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Tuam follows the general Irish trend, with the strongest and gustiest conditions typically occurring from November to February. This period is characterised by frequent Atlantic depressions. Conversely, the lightest winds are generally experienced from June to August. While coastal areas elsewhere in County Galway may see a sea breeze develop in summer afternoons, lifting wind speeds, this effect is less pronounced in inland locations like Tuam. The overall climate of County Galway indicates that wind speeds are generally higher in winter and lower in summer, with the county's dominant wind direction being south-westerly.

Exposure and shelter

As an inland town, Tuam's wind exposure differs from the more exposed Atlantic coastline of County Galway. The general principle is that wind speeds decrease with distance from the coast. Local topography, such as buildings and terrain, can create both shelter and funnelling effects. Shelter is found on the lee side of obstacles, where wind speeds are reduced. Conversely, wind can be accelerated or funnelled through gaps between structures or over open ground. While specific local features are not detailed, these general principles apply. Wind measurements at 10 m, 80 m, and 120 m demonstrate how wind speed typically increases with height, a factor relevant for structures and activities above ground level.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind information is valuable for several activities in Tuam. For farming, understanding wind conditions is crucial for timing operations such as spraying and silage. Building and roofing work requires knowledge of wind speeds, especially gusts, for safety and material handling. The wind energy sector, which is present in County Galway with installations like Cloosh Valley Wind Farm, relies heavily on wind data for planning and operation. For general outdoor activities like walking or GAA pitches, wind forecasts help in planning comfort and safety. The nearby Lough Corrib, approximately 25 km away, would also see wind conditions affecting water-based activities.

Near Tuam

Tuam is in Co. Galway, one of 14 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Claremorris (23 km), Athenry (26 km) and Knock Airport (44 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Cloosh Valley Wind Farm, about 34 km away.

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