Scotland

Pitlessie Wind Forecast

Fife — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Pitlessie Wind Outlook

Today in Pitlessie, the wind picture is one of calm conditions, with largely still conditions.

Over the coming fortnight, winds in Pitlessie are expected to bring calm and largely still conditions through much of the fortnight. The overall wind character looks set to remain variable rather than establishing a single steady direction.

Current Wind

Speed

5.0 km/h

Gusts

7.0 km/h

Direction

WNW
Degrees288°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
28 km/h
WNW
Fri
5 Jun
30 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
24 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
34 km/h
SW
Mon
8 Jun
26 km/h
SE
Tue
9 Jun
20 km/h
WSW
Wed
10 Jun
42 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
26 km/h
WSW
Fri
12 Jun
12 km/h
WSW
Sat
13 Jun
15 km/h
SSW
Sun
14 Jun
23 km/h
SW
Mon
15 Jun
21 km/h
WSW
Tue
16 Jun
37 km/h
WSW
Wed
17 Jun
16 km/h
SSE

Wind & Gust Trend

Across Scotland, local effects can shift outcomes even when the national pattern is similar. Coastal exposure, terrain, and airflow direction often explain the difference between a near-miss and a wet day.

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 Pitlessie today?

In Pitlessie today, wind speeds are around 5 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Pitlessie 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 Pitlessie?

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

Why does Pitlessie 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.