March 16th, 2026 Timelapse
On March 16th, the day began under a blanket of clouds, with a full 100% cloud cover encompassing the sky. Surface winds were mild, averaging around 6.6 mph, while higher altitudes, such as at 100 meters, experienced stronger gusts averaging 13.0 mph. This disparity in wind speed created a noticeable layer of turbulence, as surface winds struggled to keep pace with the stronger upper-level currents. The clouds, primarily mid-level and high, dominated the atmosphere with percentages of 100% across the board, while low clouds contributed to 58.8% of the total cloud cover. A light drizzle was recorded early in the morning, with a total precipitation of 0.02 inches, lending a damp chill to the air as temperatures hovered around 44.7°F.
As the day progressed into midday, the conditions began to shift subtly yet significantly. The surface wind picked up slightly to an average of 7.4 mph, while the winds at 100 meters decreased a bit to 12.2 mph. This minor decline in upper-level wind speed allowed the lower clouds to scatter, reducing low cloud cover to a mere 0.2%. Mid-level clouds saw a drastic drop, falling to 27%, while high clouds still maintained their prevalence at 99.8%. The interaction of these different layers, with the slower-moving lower clouds and the faster-moving high clouds, created striking visual effects across the sky—an ethereal dance of cloud formations. The transition in wind direction at both altitudes added complexity to the scene, causing gentle turbulence that stirred the clouds into a soft, swirling motion.
By evening, the weather transformed dramatically. The surface wind dropped to a relaxed 5.0 mph, and winds at 100 meters fell further to an average of 8.3 mph. This calming wind pattern allowed the clouds to clear considerably, resulting in only 22.8% cloud cover, with virtually no low or mid-level clouds remaining. High clouds contributed to 22.2% of the sky, creating a layered effect that caught the fading light of the day beautifully. The dynamic shifts throughout the day, including varying wind speeds and directions, played a key role in the evolving cloudscape, yielding a serene and clear evening. Temperatures rose to a comfortable 61.8°F, marking a pleasant end to a day that began under a thick veil of clouds and concluded with a more open and inviting sky.
March 16th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for March 16th, 2026
Sunset: 7:19 PM