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Kirkton of Culsalmond Wind Forecast

Aberdeenshire — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Kirkton of Culsalmond Wind Outlook

Today in Kirkton of Culsalmond, wind conditions are noticeable — a noticeable but unthreatening breeze.

The extended wind outlook for Kirkton of Culsalmond leans toward gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption as the dominant pattern. The overall wind character looks set to remain variable rather than establishing a single steady direction.

Current Wind

Speed

17.3 km/h

Gusts

27.1 km/h

Direction

WNW
Degrees282°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
22 km/h
N
Fri
5 Jun
26 km/h
W
Sat
6 Jun
28 km/h
SSE
Sun
7 Jun
25 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
18 km/h
NNW
Tue
9 Jun
27 km/h
WNW
Wed
10 Jun
15 km/h
SSW
Thu
11 Jun
25 km/h
SE
Fri
12 Jun
24 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
20 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
15 km/h
ENE
Mon
15 Jun
22 km/h
SE
Tue
16 Jun
25 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
17 km/h
ENE

Wind & Gust Trend

This page focuses on practical interpretation for Kirkton of Culsalmond. 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 Kirkton of Culsalmond today?

In Kirkton of Culsalmond 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 Kirkton of Culsalmond 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 Kirkton of Culsalmond?

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

Why does Kirkton of Culsalmond 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.