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Pentyrch Wind Forecast

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Pentyrch Wind Outlook

Pentyrch is experiencing moderate winds today, enough wind to rustle leaves but nothing problematic.

The 14-day wind signal for Pentyrch shows gentle winds that are unlikely to cause any disruption across the period. Some periods of particularly gusty conditions are possible if Atlantic low-pressure systems deepen.

Current Wind

Speed

31.7 km/h

Gusts

43.8 km/h

Direction

SW
Degrees235°

Today’s Hourly Wind

14-Day Wind

Thu
4 Jun
39 km/h
W
Fri
5 Jun
25 km/h
WSW
Sat
6 Jun
38 km/h
SSE
Sun
7 Jun
30 km/h
W
Mon
8 Jun
36 km/h
W
Tue
9 Jun
24 km/h
WSW
Wed
10 Jun
30 km/h
WSW
Thu
11 Jun
8 km/h
SSW
Fri
12 Jun
18 km/h
ENE
Sat
13 Jun
19 km/h
E
Sun
14 Jun
18 km/h
S
Mon
15 Jun
9 km/h
WSW
Tue
16 Jun
19 km/h
WSW
Wed
17 Jun
19 km/h
NE

Wind & Gust Trend

When forecasts change between updates, it is commonly driven by small shifts in storm track or blocking position. The links below give stable context that helps you read those changes.

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 Pentyrch today?

In Pentyrch today, wind speeds are around 32 km/h. Gusts can be higher, especially in exposed spots and during passing fronts.

What are the wind gusts in Pentyrch 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 Pentyrch?

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

Why does Pentyrch 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.