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Talking About the Weather

Posted by Mark Grace 
· August 21, 2017 

Let’s talk about the weather

The Irish love to talk about the weather. It is not surprising, since it can be quick to change and provide noteworthy conversation for the amount the sun is shining, or how hard the recent storm underlined the word “wild” in the Wild Atlantic Way. Of course, it is of paramount importance to the local farming community. Despite the talk, storms are infrequent and there are extended periods of glorious sunshine. The weather often sits in the middle, providing a little bit of everything. Rarely, snow, except for the Winter of 2017/2018 which was the first significant snow since 1947.

First Significant Snow Since 1947 (March 2018)7

First Significant Snow Since 1947 (March 2018)

A strong maritime influence

As you come over the hill from Ardfield towards Ballynoe House, you get a fantastic panoramic view of the West Cork coastline from Clonakilty Bay to Castletownshend. On a clear day, vehicles new to the area visibly slow to take in the sight. The Dunowen peninsula is surrounded by the sea on almost three sides. Ballynoe House lies sufficiently far south that more than 99% of the island of Ireland lies north. The Cork coastline has lots of microclimates, but overall the maritime environment ensures a generally mild climate. It is true to say, for garden lovers, Spring generally comes early to West Cork.

The Haven Coast from Ardfield

The Haven Coast from Ardfield

Year-round gardening

As a gardener, I have noticed several microclimates even within the boundaries of the five acres of the grounds of Ballynoe House. Being almost surrounded by the sea, the Atlantic can affect the weather in strange ways. There is always something in flower in the garden all year-round.

Ardfield, on the nearby hill known as “The Mountain”, can sometimes disappear in its own patch of fog and have its’ own soft day. Ballynoe House can sometimes sit in the coastal mist while inland it is bright sunshine. Conversely, it can be raining in Clonakilty and the hinterlands while we enjoy blue sky out at Dunowen.

“Dunowen Clouds”

With warm southerly winds on hot days, these clouds form as the humid breeze flows up from Red Strand, over the fields between the beach and Ballynoe House. They are only a few metres above ground level and last for about 10-15 seconds before evaporating (essentially lasting as long as they cross over the property).

Dunowen Clouds

“Dunowen Clouds”

Sunrise & sunset photography

Ballynoe House Sunrise

A Ballynoe House Sunrise

The grounds of Ballynoe House provide an opportunity to witness beautiful sunrises and sunsets. However, it is only a short walk to Sandscove, Keameen Point or Red Strand to capture the moods of the day.

Mark Grace, Ballynoe House

Ballynoe House Sunset

A Ballynoe House Sunset

Some Facts about Irish Weather

9 things you never knew about Irish weather

Categories : Ballynoe House Blog
Tags : Ardfield, Ballynoe House, Clonakilty, clouds, Dunowen, gardening, Keameen Point, maritime climate, Red Strand, Sandscove, sea mist, sunrise, sunset, weather, West Cork

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Ballynoe House has three luxury self-catering guesthouses situated just 10 minutes from Clonakilty, the multi-award-winning West Cork tourist destination, and within a short walk of several beaches; an ideal location for your holiday on this part of the Wild Atlantic Way. Our blog posts cover events and opportunities for activities in West Cork as well as Ballynoe House which has a Resident Genealogist and Resident Artist.

Press Coverage:
West Cork People (July 2018)
Irish Independent Travel Feature (December 2018)

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