Northern Ireland

Scotch Street Wind Forecast

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Scotch Street Wind Outlook

Across Scotch Street today, a noticeable wind is in evidence, enough wind to rustle leaves but nothing problematic.

Looking further ahead, the wind regime for Scotch Street remains broadly one of gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Exposed locations — including hilltops, coastal headlands and open farmland — will see the strongest gusts.

Current Wind

Speed

21.6 km/h

Gusts

31.1 km/h

Direction

WSW
Degrees254°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Fri
5 Jun
22 km/h
SW
Sat
6 Jun
20 km/h
E
Sun
7 Jun
23 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
20 km/h
WSW
Tue
9 Jun
20 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
15 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
28 km/h
SSW
Fri
12 Jun
30 km/h
S
Sat
13 Jun
30 km/h
SW
Sun
14 Jun
23 km/h
SW
Mon
15 Jun
29 km/h
SSE
Tue
16 Jun
26 km/h
W
Wed
17 Jun
24 km/h
W
Thu
18 Jun
17 km/h
SSE

Wind & Gust Trend

This page focuses on practical interpretation for Scotch Street. 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 Scotch Street today?

In Scotch Street today, wind speeds are around 22 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Scotch Street 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 Scotch Street?

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

Why does Scotch Street 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.