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Bucksburn Wind Forecast

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Bucksburn Wind Outlook

In Bucksburn today, a moderate wind is the defining feature, enough wind to rustle leaves but nothing problematic.

Across the period ahead, Bucksburn is set for gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Confidence in the precise wind speeds beyond day five decreases in line with extended forecast uncertainty.

Current Wind

Speed

16.6 km/h

Gusts

29.7 km/h

Direction

WNW
Degrees293°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
19 km/h
S
Fri
5 Jun
22 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
23 km/h
S
Sun
7 Jun
26 km/h
S
Mon
8 Jun
27 km/h
NNW
Tue
9 Jun
30 km/h
WNW
Wed
10 Jun
24 km/h
SSW
Thu
11 Jun
19 km/h
SE
Fri
12 Jun
27 km/h
S
Sat
13 Jun
28 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
13 km/h
SE
Mon
15 Jun
17 km/h
SE
Tue
16 Jun
33 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
23 km/h
ESE

Wind & Gust Trend

For Bucksburn, the forecast is best read as a combination of short-range detail and broader regime. The first few days carry the highest timing confidence, while later periods describe direction and pattern.

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 Bucksburn today?

In Bucksburn today, wind speeds are around 17 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Bucksburn 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 Bucksburn?

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

Why does Bucksburn 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.