March 18th, 2026 Timelapse
On March 18th, the day began under a thick blanket of clouds, with sky conditions resembling a painter’s canvas of gray. The surface winds were gentle, averaging around 4.6 mph, allowing for a relatively stable atmosphere close to the ground. At 100 meters, winds picked up a bit, averaging 8.4 mph, indicating a slight increase in speed as elevation rose. This difference in wind speeds contributed to turbulent conditions, particularly due to the opposing directions of winds at various altitudes. The cloud cover was profound, with low clouds comprising 91.2% and high clouds filling the sky entirely at 100%. The temperature was a cool 49.1°F, with the dense cloud cover hinting at the possibility of light drizzle, which would eventually materialize as the day progressed.
As midday approached, the clouds remained steadfast, with 100% coverage persisting. Overall, the surface winds softened to an average of 3.3 mph, while winds at 100 meters decreased further to 5.7 mph. The mid-level clouds, now completely covering the sky, created a moody ambiance, while low cloud cover decreased to 29.5%. This shift set the stage for a dynamic interaction among the cloud layers, as the slower surface winds had little force against the faster mid-level winds, leading to some interesting cloud formations. Light precipitation of 0.02 inches began to fall, barely enough to notice but indicative of the saturated atmosphere. The turbulence from the wind shear at differing altitudes led to a swirling effect in the clouds, where wispy tendrils would dart against the more stable layers below.
In the evening, temperatures ascended slightly to an average of 59.0°F, marking the day’s warming trend. The surface winds slowed even further, averaging just 2.4 mph, while winds aloft continued to drift at 4.0 mph. Low cloud cover diminished to 3.8%, but mid and high clouds still maintained a strong presence at 76.8% and 97.8%, respectively. The evening sky showcased a layering effect, as the higher clouds moved with a different rhythm than the mid-level clouds, creating a captivating visual display. Despite the decrease in turbulence as the winds became more uniform, the lingering presence of cloud cover ensured that the day ended with a dramatic sky, closing with the promise of another weather story to unfold the next day.
March 18th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for March 18th, 2026
Sunset: 7:22 PM