Scotland

Knock Wind Forecast

Argyll and Bute — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Knock Wind Outlook

Today in Knock, expect noticeable winds with a gentle to moderate breeze through the day.

For the period ahead, winds in Knock are likely to remain generally gentle and unlikely to cause any disruption. Onshore winds along the coast will contribute a maritime influence on days when winds are from the west.

Current Wind

Speed

13.0 km/h

Gusts

16.1 km/h

Direction

WNW
Degrees281°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
22 km/h
W
Fri
5 Jun
26 km/h
SW
Sat
6 Jun
18 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
13 km/h
SSE
Mon
8 Jun
13 km/h
NW
Tue
9 Jun
20 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
23 km/h
E
Thu
11 Jun
19 km/h
SSE
Fri
12 Jun
35 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
12 km/h
SSE
Sun
14 Jun
23 km/h
NNW
Mon
15 Jun
15 km/h
WNW
Tue
16 Jun
12 km/h
SSE
Wed
17 Jun
9 km/h
S

Wind & Gust Trend

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

In Knock today, wind speeds are around 13 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Knock 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 Knock?

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

Why does Knock 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.