Wind: questions and Band 8 answers

Not particularly, to be honest. While a light breeze can be lovely during the summer, strong gusts just make walking around quite frustrating. I wear glasses, and whenever it gets blustery outside, my hair blows everywhere and they get completely smeared if there is any drizzle.

Yes, fairly often. I live in a coastal town in the north of England, so we tend to get battered by strong sea gales, especially throughout autumn and winter. You really have to brace yourself just opening the front door on some mornings.

I did, actually. My grandad bought me a bright red diamond-shaped kite when I was about seven. We used to head down to the local park on breezy weekends, although I remember spending more time untangling the string from tree branches than actually keeping it in the air.

I generally prefer to stay indoors and keep cosy. If there is a gale howling outside, I usually make a hot cup of tea, stick on a good film, and avoid going anywhere unless I really have to. It is much nicer watching it from behind a double-glazed window.

Definitely a gentle breeze. It is refreshing, especially when the weather is warm and muggy, without causing any real disruption. Strong wind, on the other hand, knocks over garden furniture, messes up your clothes, and can even delay public transport, which is always a nightmare.