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Archiestown Wind Forecast

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Archiestown Wind Outlook

Today in Archiestown, expect noticeable winds with a noticeable but unthreatening breeze through the day.

Across the period ahead, Archiestown is set for gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption. Night-time winds may be lighter on calmer days, with the wind picking up again through the morning.

Current Wind

Speed

17.3 km/h

Gusts

27.0 km/h

Direction

W
Degrees273°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
20 km/h
WNW
Fri
5 Jun
25 km/h
W
Sat
6 Jun
24 km/h
SSE
Sun
7 Jun
22 km/h
SSW
Mon
8 Jun
7 km/h
NW
Tue
9 Jun
23 km/h
W
Wed
10 Jun
11 km/h
SW
Thu
11 Jun
19 km/h
SSE
Fri
12 Jun
21 km/h
SSW
Sat
13 Jun
22 km/h
S
Sun
14 Jun
14 km/h
ENE
Mon
15 Jun
10 km/h
SE
Tue
16 Jun
27 km/h
SW
Wed
17 Jun
12 km/h
ESE

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 Archiestown.

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 Archiestown today?

In Archiestown 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 Archiestown 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 Archiestown?

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

Why does Archiestown 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.