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Rhilochan Wind Forecast

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Rhilochan Wind Outlook

In Rhilochan today, winds are gentle, with a gentle to moderate breeze.

Looking further ahead, the wind regime for Rhilochan remains broadly one of gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Those with outdoor plans should check the wind forecast more closely as the relevant day approaches.

Current Wind

Speed

11.5 km/h

Gusts

16.9 km/h

Direction

W
Degrees276°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
19 km/h
W
Fri
5 Jun
31 km/h
W
Sat
6 Jun
18 km/h
SE
Sun
7 Jun
21 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
9 km/h
W
Tue
9 Jun
27 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
22 km/h
WSW
Thu
11 Jun
16 km/h
SSE
Fri
12 Jun
22 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
28 km/h
SSW
Sun
14 Jun
8 km/h
WSW
Mon
15 Jun
12 km/h
SE
Tue
16 Jun
31 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
22 km/h
W

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 Rhilochan.

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 Rhilochan today?

In Rhilochan today, wind speeds are around 12 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Rhilochan 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 Rhilochan?

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

Why does Rhilochan 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.