Well, we're right in the "Roaring Forties". Average wind speed at Wellington airport is 29kmph (18mph). Winds reach gale force (75kmph or 46mph) an average of 175 days a year. Calm days where you can't feel the wind or see the trees moving are extremely rare.
We used to put ropes along the sidewalk to prevent people getting blown into the street, but buildings are designed differently now and there's not so much risk. Or we don't care anymore...
Mark Harris
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