Wind forecast Valleymount today

Wind in Valleymount right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Valleymount

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 41 km/h (25 mph) at Mon 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 55 km/h (34 mph). The calmest is Tue 6/10, gusts to 34 km/h (21 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Valleymount

Valleymount is an inland location in County Wicklow, approximately 33 km from the coast. Wind patterns here are influenced by its position within the county, which is characterised by the Wicklow Mountains inland. The county experiences a dominant westerly wind direction. Gusts will typically exceed the mean wind speed, a characteristic of wind behaviour across Ireland. The Wind Agent provides precise wind data for Valleymount, including current conditions, a 48-hour table, and 7-day gust forecasts. This allows for detailed understanding of local wind dynamics, which can differ from broader county-level averages due to specific terrain and local effects. County Wicklow's coastal mean 10 m wind is roughly 4.5-6 m/s, with inland areas around 3.5-5 m/s, providing a general context for Valleymount's wind climate.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Valleymount generally follows the broader trends observed across County Wicklow. Winter typically brings stronger westerly gales, although the east coast of the county offers some shelter from these. Spring can see easterly winds, which are a distinctive pattern for the Irish Sea. During summer, a sea breeze effect can develop on coastal areas of the county, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to wind speeds on summer afternoons and shifting wind direction onshore. While Valleymount is inland, the general atmospheric conditions that drive these seasonal shifts will still influence its wind patterns. Atlantic depressions are a common feature of the Irish climate, contributing to wind variability throughout the year.

Exposure and shelter

Valleymount's inland location means its exposure to wind is primarily influenced by local topography and regional weather systems, rather than direct coastal effects. The town is situated within County Wicklow, known as the Garden County, with the Wicklow Mountains further inland. While specific local shelter or funnelling effects would depend on immediate terrain features, generally, hills and buildings can provide shelter in their lee. Conversely, open areas can experience higher wind exposure. The nearby Blessington Lakes, approximately 5 km away, could locally influence wind flow over water. Gust hotspots elsewhere in the county, such as Sally Gap and Wicklow Gap, indicate areas where terrain can significantly amplify wind speeds, particularly in winter.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Accurate wind forecasts are valuable for various activities in Valleymount. For agriculture, a key sector in County Wicklow, wind data is critical for planning spraying and silage timing. The tourism sector, also prominent in the county, benefits from understanding wind conditions for outdoor activities, including those around the Blessington Lakes. Building and roofing work requires precise wind information for safety and operational planning. For general outdoor recreation, such as walking, knowing the wind direction and strength, including gusts, is important for comfort and planning. The Wind Agent's data provides the necessary detail for these local uses, supporting informed decision-making in Valleymount.

Near Valleymount

Valleymount is in Co. Wicklow, one of 14 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Casement (24 km), Weston Airport EIWT (METAR) (28 km) and Phoenix Park (32 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Raheenleagh Wind Farm, about 38 km away.

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