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Little Petherick Wind Forecast

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Little Petherick Wind Outlook

Today in Little Petherick, the wind picture is one of moderate conditions, with a brisk, noticeable wind.

The 14-day wind outlook for Little Petherick points towards moderate winds, brisk at times, without reaching any particular extreme as the dominant pattern. Those with outdoor plans should check the wind forecast more closely as the relevant day approaches.

Current Wind

Speed

38.9 km/h

Gusts

54.5 km/h

Direction

WNW
Degrees285°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
44 km/h
W
Fri
5 Jun
46 km/h
SW
Sat
6 Jun
54 km/h
W
Sun
7 Jun
32 km/h
SW
Mon
8 Jun
43 km/h
NW
Tue
9 Jun
31 km/h
WSW
Wed
10 Jun
45 km/h
SSW
Thu
11 Jun
29 km/h
SSW
Fri
12 Jun
29 km/h
S
Sat
13 Jun
23 km/h
W
Sun
14 Jun
21 km/h
NNW
Mon
15 Jun
21 km/h
NNW
Tue
16 Jun
13 km/h
NW
Wed
17 Jun
26 km/h
N

Wind & Gust Trend

This page focuses on practical interpretation for Little Petherick. When the guidance becomes mixed, it is usually a regime question first, rather than a single hourly detail.

How to interpret confidence

For how forecast reliability changes with lead time, see Forecast Confidence. For transparency on how WeatherEngland sources and updates data, see Methodology.

Background guides

Glossary support

Start with the Weather Glossary. Useful terms for this page include Pressure Gradient, Isobar, Gust, Wind Direction, Depression, and Anticyclone.

FAQ

How windy is Little Petherick today?

In Little Petherick today, wind speeds are around 39 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Little Petherick today?

Gusts are brief peaks above the sustained wind. Use the wind panel to compare sustained speed versus gust potential through the day.

What wind direction is forecast for Little Petherick?

Wind direction can shift with passing systems. The wind section shows direction and changes over time, which can affect feel and exposure.

Why does Little Petherick feel windier at times?

Wind is driven by pressure differences. Stronger gradients and showery/frontal weather typically produce more frequent gusts.

What is the difference between wind and gusts?

Wind is the sustained speed; gusts are short-lived surges that can be significantly higher, particularly in unstable or frontal conditions.