Scotland

South Erradale Wind Forecast

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South Erradale Wind Outlook

South Erradale today carries gentle wind conditions — a gentle to moderate breeze.

Across the next fortnight, the wind story for South Erradale is one of gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Some periods of particularly gusty conditions are possible if Atlantic low-pressure systems deepen.

Current Wind

Speed

17.3 km/h

Gusts

23.7 km/h

Direction

SW
Degrees235°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
21 km/h
SSW
Fri
5 Jun
34 km/h
SW
Sat
6 Jun
11 km/h
S
Sun
7 Jun
24 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
16 km/h
WSW
Tue
9 Jun
25 km/h
SSW
Wed
10 Jun
22 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
17 km/h
SW
Fri
12 Jun
30 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
30 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
17 km/h
SW
Mon
15 Jun
16 km/h
S
Tue
16 Jun
37 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
20 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 South Erradale today?

In South Erradale today, wind speeds are around 17 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in South Erradale 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 South Erradale?

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

Why does South Erradale 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.