Scotland

Latheron Wind Forecast

Highland — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Latheron Wind Outlook

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

Over the coming fortnight, winds in Latheron are expected to bring moderate winds, brisk at times, without reaching any particular extreme. The overall wind character looks set to remain variable rather than establishing a single steady direction.

Current Wind

Speed

7.9 km/h

Gusts

12.7 km/h

Direction

WNW
Degrees295°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
14 km/h
ESE
Fri
5 Jun
34 km/h
W
Sat
6 Jun
43 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
39 km/h
ESE
Mon
8 Jun
21 km/h
WNW
Tue
9 Jun
23 km/h
SW
Wed
10 Jun
39 km/h
SSW
Thu
11 Jun
43 km/h
WSW
Fri
12 Jun
17 km/h
SW
Sat
13 Jun
12 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
29 km/h
SSW
Mon
15 Jun
25 km/h
SW
Tue
16 Jun
36 km/h
WSW
Wed
17 Jun
26 km/h
NNW

Wind & Gust Trend

To plan confidently, separate what is likely from what is uncertain. Use the supporting guides to understand why the outlook is behaving the way it is for Latheron.

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 Latheron today?

In Latheron today, wind speeds are around 8 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Latheron 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 Latheron?

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

Why does Latheron 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.