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Rockingham Wind Forecast

Northamptonshire — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Rockingham Wind Outlook

A moderate wind characterises Rockingham today, with enough wind to rustle leaves but nothing problematic.

The coming 14 days see the wind pattern for Rockingham trending towards gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Changes in pressure pattern may lead to a temporary strengthening of winds mid-period.

Current Wind

Speed

29.2 km/h

Gusts

42.4 km/h

Direction

SW
Degrees215°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
31 km/h
WSW
Fri
5 Jun
24 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
23 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
28 km/h
SW
Mon
8 Jun
23 km/h
W
Tue
9 Jun
23 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
43 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
20 km/h
WNW
Fri
12 Jun
27 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
19 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
28 km/h
WSW
Mon
15 Jun
14 km/h
SSW
Tue
16 Jun
9 km/h
NNE
Wed
17 Jun
12 km/h
W

Wind & Gust Trend

When forecasts change between updates, it is commonly driven by small shifts in storm track or blocking position. The links below give stable context that helps you read those changes.

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 Rockingham today?

In Rockingham today, wind speeds are around 29 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Rockingham 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 Rockingham?

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

Why does Rockingham 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.