Kirk Merrington Wind Forecast — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Kirk Merrington Wind Outlook

Kirk Merrington today sees moderate conditions, a brisk, noticeable wind.

Across the period ahead, Kirk Merrington is set for moderate winds, brisk at times, without reaching any particular extreme. Calmer interludes are likely between more active spells, offering some respite.

Current Wind

Speed

21.2 km/h

Gusts

31.0 km/h

Direction

SSW

Degrees200°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu

4 Jun

30 km/h

SW

Fri

5 Jun

31 km/h

W

Sat

6 Jun

21 km/h

SSE

Sun

7 Jun

29 km/h

SW

Mon

8 Jun

40 km/h

SSE

Tue

9 Jun

34 km/h

WSW

Wed

10 Jun

34 km/h

SSE

Thu

11 Jun

19 km/h

SSW

Fri

12 Jun

40 km/h

SW

Sat

13 Jun

16 km/h

S

Sun

14 Jun

35 km/h

NNE

Mon

15 Jun

19 km/h

WNW

Tue

16 Jun

25 km/h

S

Wed

17 Jun

13 km/h

S

Wind & Gust Trend

Forecast context and reference links

To plan confidently, separate what is likely from what is uncertain. Use the supporting guides to understand why the outlook is behaving the way it is for Kirk Merrington.

England Climate for regional patterns and seasonal tendencies.
UK Climate Overview for a national baseline and how regions compare.
England for location browsing and regional navigation.

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.

Nearby Cities — Wind

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FAQ

How windy is Kirk Merrington today?

In Kirk Merrington today, wind speeds are around 21 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Kirk Merrington 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 Kirk Merrington?

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

Why does Kirk Merrington 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.