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Kirkoswald Wind Forecast

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Kirkoswald Wind Outlook

Across Kirkoswald today, a calm wind is in evidence, largely still conditions.

Over the coming fortnight, winds in Kirkoswald are expected to bring calm and largely still conditions through much of the fortnight. Onshore winds along the coast will contribute a maritime influence on days when winds are from the west.

Current Wind

Speed

19.4 km/h

Gusts

27.7 km/h

Direction

SW
Degrees222°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
32 km/h
WSW
Fri
5 Jun
30 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
26 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
30 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
27 km/h
W
Tue
9 Jun
27 km/h
WSW
Wed
10 Jun
30 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
24 km/h
W
Fri
12 Jun
26 km/h
SSE
Sat
13 Jun
22 km/h
SSE
Sun
14 Jun
35 km/h
SSW
Mon
15 Jun
18 km/h
SW
Tue
16 Jun
16 km/h
WNW
Wed
17 Jun
14 km/h
WSW

Wind & Gust Trend

Forecast charts summarise likely conditions, but day-to-day outcomes in the UK often depend on how the larger pressure pattern evolves. Use the context links below to interpret the signal more reliably.

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 Kirkoswald today?

In Kirkoswald today, wind speeds are around 19 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Kirkoswald 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 Kirkoswald?

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

Why does Kirkoswald 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.