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Maxwelltown Wind Forecast

Dumfries and Galloway — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Maxwelltown Wind Outlook

Today in Maxwelltown, expect noticeable winds with a noticeable but unthreatening breeze through the day.

Over the next two weeks, wind conditions across Maxwelltown are shaped by 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

29.2 km/h

Gusts

33.6 km/h

Direction

WNW
Degrees286°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
30 km/h
WSW
Fri
5 Jun
29 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
18 km/h
ESE
Sun
7 Jun
32 km/h
SW
Mon
8 Jun
30 km/h
SSE
Tue
9 Jun
30 km/h
SW
Wed
10 Jun
39 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
24 km/h
SW
Fri
12 Jun
9 km/h
SSE
Sat
13 Jun
9 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
18 km/h
SSW
Mon
15 Jun
15 km/h
WSW
Tue
16 Jun
33 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
16 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 Maxwelltown today?

In Maxwelltown 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 Maxwelltown 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 Maxwelltown?

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

Why does Maxwelltown 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.