Northern Ireland

Blackfort Wind Forecast

Fermanagh and Omagh — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Blackfort Wind Outlook

In Blackfort today, winds are gentle, with enough wind to rustle leaves but nothing problematic.

Looking further ahead, the wind regime for Blackfort remains broadly one of gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Calmer interludes are likely between more active spells, offering some respite.

Current Wind

Speed

15.5 km/h

Gusts

17.8 km/h

Direction

SW
Degrees220°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Fri
5 Jun
18 km/h
SSW
Sat
6 Jun
17 km/h
ESE
Sun
7 Jun
22 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
18 km/h
WSW
Tue
9 Jun
18 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
19 km/h
SE
Thu
11 Jun
16 km/h
S
Fri
12 Jun
17 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
24 km/h
SE
Sun
14 Jun
22 km/h
WNW
Mon
15 Jun
24 km/h
W
Tue
16 Jun
22 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
14 km/h
SW
Thu
18 Jun
17 km/h
S

Wind & Gust Trend

Forecast charts summarise likely conditions, but day-to-day outcomes in the UK often depend on how the larger pressure pattern evolves. Use the context links below to interpret the signal more reliably.

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 Blackfort today?

In Blackfort today, wind speeds are around 16 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Blackfort 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 Blackfort?

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

Why does Blackfort 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.