March 17th, 2026 Timelapse
On March 17th, morning dawned under a dense blanket of cloud cover with an average temperature of 47.2°F. The sky was entirely overcast, showcasing 100% cloud coverage, split predominantly between mid and high clouds. At surface level, winds were quite gentle, averaging just 2.8 mph, while at an altitude of 100 meters, winds picked up to 4.7 mph. This significant difference in wind speed created a subtle turbulence effect as the low surface winds struggled against the stronger upper currents. As the clouds sat heavily overhead, a light drizzle fell, registering 0.04 inches of precipitation, suggesting the presence of moisture-laden air being pushed upward from the surface.
As the day progressed into midday, conditions began to shift slightly, with surface winds increasing to an average of 5.3 mph and winds at 100 meters strengthening to 10.6 mph. The cloud cover remained consistent at 100%, with mid clouds completely filling the sky while high clouds began to wane slightly to about 94%. This layered cloud structure led to fascinating visual dynamics as the faster 100-meter winds stirred the mid clouds into a more dynamic flow, creating a sense of motion in the otherwise static atmosphere. The continued precipitation of 0.09 inches hinted at the ongoing saturation of the air, while the conflict between surface and upper winds contributed to instability and turbulence, resulting in swirling cloud patterns that gracefully danced across the sky.
By evening, with the temperature marginally rising to 50.6°F, the conditions reflected a similar atmospheric consistency but with notable developments. Winds at the surface dipped slightly to an average of 2.9 mph, while the winds aloft decreased to 6.7 mph, maintaining a height-driven contrast. The cloud cover remained thick, with low clouds now making up 25.2% of the total sky. This layering created a more textured appearance as the high and mid clouds continued to dominate the scene, nearly at 100% coverage. With a total precipitation of 0.32 inches for the day, the atmosphere felt saturated and heavy, and the residual turbulence from the day’s shifting winds lent a sense of movement to the clouds, which quietly rolled through the sky as the sun sank lower on the horizon.
March 17th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for March 17th, 2026
Sunset: 7:20 PM