December 22nd, 2025 Timelapse
On December 22nd, the morning unfolded beneath a thick blanket of clouds, with cloud cover averaging 81.3%. Low clouds formed the majority at 80%, maintaining a somber gray hue across the sky. Surface winds were fairly gentle, averaging 9.2 mph, while winds at 100 meters soared to 16.5 mph, creating a noticeable wind shear that contributed to the turbulent conditions. This disparity in wind speeds stirred the low cloud layers, causing them to shift slowly, albeit with a sense of urgency, as if they were eager to escape the confines of the surface. As the temperature hovered around a chilly 39.3°F, the moisture-laden atmosphere hinted at potential precipitation, although the morning remained dry.
As the day progressed into midday, the cloud cover thickened slightly, reaching an average of 88.5%, with low clouds decreasing to 61.5% while mid-level clouds saw a sharp increase to 49.8%. This increase in mid-level clouds, driven by stronger winds aloft that jumped to 21.3 mph, created a dramatic interplay between different cloud layers. The winds at the surface picked up as well, averaging 13.9 mph, yet remained significantly weaker than those aloft, leading to continued turbulence and conflicting directions. The clouds swept across the sky, moving with a brisk pace that suggested a building energy, although no precipitation fell during this period. The air temperature rose to a milder 46.1°F, providing a brief respite from the morning chill.
By evening, the sky had transformed into a complete canvas of clouds, with a remarkable 100% coverage, predominantly composed of low clouds at 88% and fully developed mid clouds at 100%. Surface winds averaged slightly lower at 11.8 mph, while winds at 100 meters remained strong at 20.1 mph. This ongoing wind shear contributed to heightened turbulence, creating a dynamic atmosphere where clouds were not only abundant but also beautifully layered, swirling in various directions. As temperatures dipped to an average of 44.5°F, light rain began to fall, totaling 0.12 inches for the evening. The combination of layered clouds and shifting winds painted a captivating picture in the sky, encapsulating the day’s weather story as it transitioned from a bleak morning, through a brisk midday, to a fully cloud-draped evening.
December 22nd, 2025 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for December 22nd, 2025
Sunset: 4:29 PM