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Ardwell Wind Forecast

Moray — Speed, Gusts & Direction

Ardwell Wind Outlook

In Ardwell today, a gentle wind is the defining feature, a gentle to moderate breeze.

The extended wind outlook for Ardwell leans toward gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption as the dominant pattern. Confidence in the precise wind speeds beyond day five decreases in line with extended forecast uncertainty.

Current Wind

Speed

18.7 km/h

Gusts

23.5 km/h

Direction

W
Degrees269°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

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

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 Ardwell today?

In Ardwell today, wind speeds are around 19 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Ardwell 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 Ardwell?

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

Why does Ardwell 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.