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Kirby Knowle Wind Forecast

North Yorkshire — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Kirby Knowle Wind Outlook

In Kirby Knowle today, the wind is fairly lively; a brisk, noticeable wind.

Across the period ahead, Kirby Knowle is set for moderate winds, brisk at times, without reaching any particular extreme. Onshore winds along the coast will contribute a maritime influence on days when winds are from the west.

Current Wind

Speed

30.2 km/h

Gusts

47.6 km/h

Direction

WSW
Degrees240°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
32 km/h
SW
Fri
5 Jun
25 km/h
W
Sat
6 Jun
25 km/h
SSE
Sun
7 Jun
26 km/h
SW
Mon
8 Jun
38 km/h
SSE
Tue
9 Jun
32 km/h
WSW
Wed
10 Jun
35 km/h
S
Thu
11 Jun
18 km/h
S
Fri
12 Jun
38 km/h
SW
Sat
13 Jun
21 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
33 km/h
NNE
Mon
15 Jun
17 km/h
NW
Tue
16 Jun
22 km/h
S
Wed
17 Jun
16 km/h
S

Wind & Gust Trend

This page focuses on practical interpretation for Kirby Knowle. 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 Kirby Knowle today?

In Kirby Knowle 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 Kirby Knowle 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 Kirby Knowle?

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

Why does Kirby Knowle 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.