Live Atmospheric Measurements

Wind Data & Speed Observations

Monitor real-time wind speeds, prevailing directions, and gust hazards for safe planning.Essential intelligence for marine navigation, aviation, outdoor recreation, and severe storm tracking.

Real-Time Wind Speed

Accurate sustained surface wind velocities updated on continuous observation cycles.

Precise Wind Direction

Compass bearings and 16-point cardinal vectors showing exact air mass origins.

Gust & Velocity Curves

Hourly variations tracking incoming pressure drops and sudden convective gusts.

High Wind Advisories

Advance notice for wind shear, severe gale warnings, and tropical storm wind bands.

Wind Intensity Classification (Beaufort Scale)

Calm
0 - 3 mph (0 - 5 km/h)
Smoke rises vertically; wind barely perceptible
Light Breeze
4 - 12 mph (6 - 20 km/h)
Wind felt on face; leaves rustle gently
Moderate Breeze
13 - 24 mph (21 - 40 km/h)
Small branches move; dust and paper raise
Strong Breeze
25 - 38 mph (41 - 60 km/h)
Large branches sway; umbrella use difficult
Gale / Storm
39+ mph (60+ km/h)
Whole trees in motion; structural resistance felt

How Wind Data Is Monitored

Surface wind observations are captured by the National Weather Service (NWS), NOAA, and Automated Surface Observing Systems (ASOS) located across thousands of US airports and meteorological stations. Measurements record sustained 10-meter wind velocity, peak momentary gusts, and angular compass bearings.

12 mph
Average Speed
NW (315°)
Prevailing Vector
96%
Model Precision

Weekly Weather Overview

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Today
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Precipitation Forecast (in)
2.5
Today
3.2
Tue
5.6
Wed
Thu
0.1
Fri
13.7
Sat
3.7
Sun

Check Local Wind Forecasts in Your Area

Access live wind speed and gust charts for every US town and county.

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