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Waltham Holy Cross Wind Forecast

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Waltham Holy Cross Wind Outlook

Waltham Holy Cross today sees noticeable conditions, enough wind to rustle leaves but nothing problematic.

Looking further ahead, the wind regime for Waltham Holy Cross remains broadly one of gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Those with outdoor plans should check the wind forecast more closely as the relevant day approaches.

Current Wind

Speed

26.6 km/h

Gusts

40.9 km/h

Direction

SW
Degrees217°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
28 km/h
WSW
Fri
5 Jun
22 km/h
W
Sat
6 Jun
26 km/h
SSE
Sun
7 Jun
27 km/h
WSW
Mon
8 Jun
24 km/h
W
Tue
9 Jun
23 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
34 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
21 km/h
WNW
Fri
12 Jun
27 km/h
SW
Sat
13 Jun
19 km/h
SSE
Sun
14 Jun
26 km/h
WSW
Mon
15 Jun
10 km/h
SW
Tue
16 Jun
12 km/h
NNW
Wed
17 Jun
10 km/h
NNW

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 Waltham Holy Cross.

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 Waltham Holy Cross today?

In Waltham Holy Cross today, wind speeds are around 27 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Waltham Holy Cross 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 Waltham Holy Cross?

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

Why does Waltham Holy Cross 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.