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Kilchoman Wind Forecast

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Kilchoman Wind Outlook

Today in Kilchoman, expect lively winds with lively winds, especially across exposed ground through the day.

Across the period ahead, Kilchoman is set for fresh and at times blustery winds across the period. Winds will be most noticeable when funnelled through valleys or around urban areas.

Current Wind

Speed

29.2 km/h

Gusts

42.4 km/h

Direction

WNW
Degrees302°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
50 km/h
WNW
Fri
5 Jun
47 km/h
SW
Sat
6 Jun
42 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
38 km/h
S
Mon
8 Jun
30 km/h
NW
Tue
9 Jun
36 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
41 km/h
SSE
Thu
11 Jun
33 km/h
SSE
Fri
12 Jun
43 km/h
WSW
Sat
13 Jun
25 km/h
SSE
Sun
14 Jun
38 km/h
NNW
Mon
15 Jun
28 km/h
WNW
Tue
16 Jun
37 km/h
SSW
Wed
17 Jun
22 km/h
S

Wind & Gust Trend

This page focuses on practical interpretation for Kilchoman. 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 Kilchoman today?

In Kilchoman today, wind speeds are around 29 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Kilchoman 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 Kilchoman?

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

Why does Kilchoman 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.