Wind forecast Watergrasshill today

Wind in Watergrasshill right now

Meteogram and wind rose for Watergrasshill

Next 48 hours, hour by hour

Mean wind through the next 48 hours runs between 5 and 20 km/h (3 to 12 mph), mostly from the SW. The strongest gust is 37 km/h (23 mph) at Sun 16:00. 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 49 km/h (30 mph). The calmest is Thu 8/10, gusts to 32 km/h (20 mph). Later days are less certain than the first two: the further out, the more the models can disagree.

What the wind does in Watergrasshill

Watergrasshill, or Cnocán na Biolraí, is an inland settlement in County Cork, approximately 13 km from the coast. As with much of Ireland, the predominant wind direction is southwesterly, influenced by Atlantic weather systems. Wind speeds in inland areas of County Cork are typically lower than coastal regions, with an approximate mean of 4.5-6 m/s, compared to 5.5-7.5 m/s on the coast. Gusts, which are sudden, short-duration increases in wind speed, will always exceed the mean wind speed. The Wind Agent provides live wind data for Watergrasshill, along with a 48-hour table and a 7-day gust forecast, offering detailed insights into the wind patterns affecting the area. This instrument helps to understand the localised wind conditions, which can vary significantly even over short distances.

Seasonal pattern

The seasonal wind pattern in Watergrasshill generally follows that of County Cork. Winter typically brings stronger winds, with gales being more frequent. Spring often sees a continuation of dominant southwesterlies. Summer months tend to have lighter winds overall. On summer afternoons, a sea breeze can develop on the south coast of County Cork, potentially adding 2-4 m/s to wind speeds and shifting the wind direction onshore. While Watergrasshill is inland, these broader county-level patterns provide a general context. The precise wind instrument helps to track these seasonal shifts and day-to-day variations in local wind conditions.

Exposure and shelter

Watergrasshill's inland location, 13 km from the coast, means it is generally less exposed to the full force of Atlantic winds compared to coastal areas of County Cork. However, local topography can still influence wind patterns significantly. Even small changes in elevation or the presence of structures like buildings can create areas of shelter or funnelling, where wind speeds may be higher or lower than the general area. Wind passing over or around obstacles can also create turbulence and gustiness. While specific local features are not detailed, understanding the general principles of exposure and shelter is important for interpreting the wind data provided by the precise instrument for Watergrasshill.

Local uses of the wind forecast

Understanding wind conditions in Watergrasshill is relevant for several local activities and industries. For farming, particularly in areas like East Cork Dairy, wind data is crucial for planning activities such as spraying and silage timing, where wind can affect drift and drying. Building and roofing work also benefits from accurate wind forecasts, as strong winds can pose operational challenges. For general outdoor activities like walking, knowing the wind speed and direction can inform comfort and planning. While County Cork has significant wind energy infrastructure elsewhere, local wind data can still be of general interest. The precise wind instrument assists these various local users by providing specific, up-to-date wind information for Watergrasshill.

Near Watergrasshill

Watergrasshill is in Co. Cork, one of 32 towns we publish for the county. The nearest observing stations are Moore Park (17 km), Cork Airport (21 km) and Cork Airport EICK (METAR) (21 km). The closest wind farm in our guide is Boggeragh Wind Farm, about 42 km away.

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