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Bettyhill Wind Forecast

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Bettyhill Wind Outlook

In Bettyhill today, wind speeds are gentle, making for a gentle to moderate breeze.

The forecast for winds in Bettyhill over the next 14 days centres on gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Calmer interludes are likely between more active spells, offering some respite.

Current Wind

Speed

18.0 km/h

Gusts

24.3 km/h

Direction

W
Degrees277°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
18 km/h
W
Fri
5 Jun
43 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
23 km/h
SSE
Sun
7 Jun
22 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
16 km/h
WNW
Tue
9 Jun
28 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
31 km/h
WSW
Thu
11 Jun
19 km/h
WSW
Fri
12 Jun
18 km/h
SW
Sat
13 Jun
33 km/h
SSW
Sun
14 Jun
12 km/h
E
Mon
15 Jun
14 km/h
SSE
Tue
16 Jun
41 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
28 km/h
WSW

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 Bettyhill today?

In Bettyhill today, wind speeds are around 18 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Bettyhill 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 Bettyhill?

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

Why does Bettyhill 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.