Scotland

Carndearg Wind Forecast

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Carndearg Wind Outlook

Across Carndearg today, a fairly lively wind is in evidence, a steady, purposeful breeze.

For the period ahead, winds in Carndearg are likely to follow a theme of moderate winds, brisk at times, without reaching any particular extreme. Calmer interludes are likely between more active spells, offering some respite.

Current Wind

Speed

28.4 km/h

Gusts

40.5 km/h

Direction

WSW
Degrees256°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
39 km/h
W
Fri
5 Jun
45 km/h
SSW
Sat
6 Jun
30 km/h
ESE
Sun
7 Jun
35 km/h
SSE
Mon
8 Jun
22 km/h
NW
Tue
9 Jun
30 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
37 km/h
ENE
Thu
11 Jun
31 km/h
S
Fri
12 Jun
44 km/h
S
Sat
13 Jun
36 km/h
SSW
Sun
14 Jun
39 km/h
SW
Mon
15 Jun
26 km/h
WNW
Tue
16 Jun
35 km/h
S
Wed
17 Jun
27 km/h
S

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 Carndearg today?

In Carndearg today, wind speeds are around 28 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Carndearg 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 Carndearg?

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

Why does Carndearg 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.