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Braemar Wind Forecast

Aberdeenshire — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Braemar Wind Outlook

Wind conditions in Braemar today are moderate, with a noticeable but unthreatening breeze.

The forecast for winds in Braemar over the next 14 days centres on gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. The overall wind character looks set to remain variable rather than establishing a single steady direction.

Current Wind

Speed

15.8 km/h

Gusts

19.7 km/h

Direction

W
Degrees270°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
17 km/h
W
Fri
5 Jun
21 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
17 km/h
SSE
Sun
7 Jun
23 km/h
S
Mon
8 Jun
11 km/h
N
Tue
9 Jun
26 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
12 km/h
SSW
Thu
11 Jun
15 km/h
S
Fri
12 Jun
27 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
28 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
9 km/h
SSW
Mon
15 Jun
13 km/h
S
Tue
16 Jun
37 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
15 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 Braemar today?

In Braemar 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 Braemar 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 Braemar?

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

Why does Braemar 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.