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Applegarth Town Wind Forecast

Dumfries and Galloway — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Applegarth Town Wind Outlook

Today in Applegarth Town, the wind picture is one of gentle conditions, with enough wind to rustle leaves but nothing problematic.

The extended wind outlook for Applegarth Town leans toward gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption as the dominant pattern. Onshore winds along the coast will contribute a maritime influence on days when winds are from the west.

Current Wind

Speed

24.1 km/h

Gusts

33.2 km/h

Direction

W
Degrees269°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
28 km/h
SW
Fri
5 Jun
29 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
24 km/h
ESE
Sun
7 Jun
32 km/h
SW
Mon
8 Jun
31 km/h
SSE
Tue
9 Jun
28 km/h
SW
Wed
10 Jun
42 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
23 km/h
SW
Fri
12 Jun
8 km/h
S
Sat
13 Jun
6 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
18 km/h
SSW
Mon
15 Jun
15 km/h
SW
Tue
16 Jun
34 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
13 km/h
ENE

Wind & Gust Trend

When forecasts change between updates, it is commonly driven by small shifts in storm track or blocking position. The links below give stable context that helps you read those changes.

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 Applegarth Town today?

In Applegarth Town today, wind speeds are around 24 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Applegarth Town 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 Applegarth Town?

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

Why does Applegarth Town 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.