Wind Rose

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A wind rose is a graphical tool used to show wind speed and wind direction for a particular location over a specified period of time. The wind rose is divided into a number of spokes which represent the frequency of winds blowing from a particular direction. For example, the longest spoke on the wind rose represents the greatest frequency of winds blowing from that particular direction over the specified time frame.

Use the product below to generate a wind rose for your chosen station, date range, units, and speed increments.

Select a state or U.S. Territory:

Select a station with hourly wind measurements:

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