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Hawkwell Wind Forecast

Essex — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Hawkwell Wind Outlook

In Hawkwell today, a moderate wind is the defining feature, a brisk, noticeable wind.

Over the next two weeks, wind conditions across Hawkwell are shaped by moderate winds, brisk at times, without reaching any particular extreme. The wind pattern is closely tied to the overall pressure field, which is expected to remain active.

Current Wind

Speed

29.9 km/h

Gusts

43.1 km/h

Direction

SW
Degrees219°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
36 km/h
SW
Fri
5 Jun
28 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
39 km/h
S
Sun
7 Jun
32 km/h
WSW
Mon
8 Jun
35 km/h
SW
Tue
9 Jun
31 km/h
WSW
Wed
10 Jun
30 km/h
SSW
Thu
11 Jun
24 km/h
S
Fri
12 Jun
28 km/h
WSW
Sat
13 Jun
31 km/h
SSW
Sun
14 Jun
54 km/h
SW
Mon
15 Jun
23 km/h
WNW
Tue
16 Jun
30 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
35 km/h
S

Wind & Gust Trend

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 Hawkwell.

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 Hawkwell today?

In Hawkwell today, wind speeds are around 30 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Hawkwell 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 Hawkwell?

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

Why does Hawkwell 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.