March 20th, 2026 Timelapse
On March 20th, the day began under a thick blanket of clouds, enveloping the region in a gray, overcast sky. Surface winds averaged around 5.7 mph, while winds at 100 meters soared to 10.9 mph. This contrast in wind speeds created a noticeable wind shear, affecting how clouds were formed and moved. With 100% cloud cover, low clouds made up 96% of the sky alongside mid-level and high clouds both at 100% coverage, resulting in a solidly gray atmosphere. Light precipitation fell early, totaling 0.04 inches, as the moisture-laden clouds began their journey across the landscape, driven by the stronger winds aloft. The turbulence arising from the speed difference between surface and upper-level winds contributed to an ever-shifting cloudscape, with low clouds drifting in a slightly different direction than their higher counterparts.
As midday approached, conditions remained largely stable, though some subtle changes began to emerge. The surface winds decreased slightly to an average of 5.3 mph, while winds at 100 meters edged downward to 9.5 mph. Despite this drop, the cloud cover maintained its full density. The low clouds decreased to 93.2% coverage, while mid and high clouds persisted at 100%. The winds aloft continued to push the thicker cloud layers, creating a dynamic scene as clouds tumbled and shifted, occasionally revealing glimpses of lighter patches behind the dense formations. The wind shear persisted, resulting in turbulent movement within the clouds, enhancing the drama of their ascent and descent. The midday's precipitation increased to 0.11 inches, as the moisture content remained high, illustrating the strong link between cloud dynamics and the ongoing rainfall.
In the evening, the sky continued its transformation, though it remained thoroughly cloudy, maintaining an impressive 100% cloud cover. Surface winds further eased to an average of 5.1 mph, while 100-meter winds dropped to 8.1 mph. The evening brought a reduction in the low clouds to 69.2% while mid and high clouds slightly decreased to 94.6% and 96.6%, respectively. The overall scene resulted in a layered sky with a mixture of cloud types, each moving at varying speeds due to the differing wind patterns aloft. The turbulence remained, creating a captivating display of clouds swirling and shifting as they interacted with the gentle breezes below, underscoring the complex relationship between wind and cloud formation. By the time the sun set, the day closed out with a total of 0.27 inches of precipitation, a fitting end to a day defined by thick cloud cover and gentle, albeit dynamic, winds.
March 20th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for March 20th, 2026
Sunset: 7:24 PM