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Heilam Wind Forecast

Highland — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Heilam Wind Outlook

In Heilam today, wind speeds are fairly lively, making for a brisk, noticeable wind.

Over the next two weeks, wind conditions across Heilam are shaped by moderate winds, brisk at times, without reaching any particular extreme. Onshore winds along the coast will contribute a maritime influence on days when winds are from the west.

Current Wind

Speed

17.6 km/h

Gusts

22.8 km/h

Direction

WSW
Degrees258°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
19 km/h
W
Fri
5 Jun
36 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
32 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
31 km/h
SSE
Mon
8 Jun
22 km/h
N
Tue
9 Jun
33 km/h
WSW
Wed
10 Jun
22 km/h
ESE
Thu
11 Jun
40 km/h
SW
Fri
12 Jun
52 km/h
SE
Sat
13 Jun
40 km/h
SW
Sun
14 Jun
20 km/h
SW
Mon
15 Jun
28 km/h
W
Tue
16 Jun
26 km/h
S
Wed
17 Jun
15 km/h
WSW

Wind & Gust Trend

Forecast charts summarise likely conditions, but day-to-day outcomes in the UK often depend on how the larger pressure pattern evolves. Use the context links below to interpret the signal more reliably.

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 Heilam today?

In Heilam 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 Heilam 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 Heilam?

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

Why does Heilam 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.