March 22nd, 2026 Timelapse
On March 22nd, the morning began with a gentle atmosphere, marked by light surface winds averaging just 2.0 mph and a slightly brisker flow aloft at 3.6 mph. The temperature lingered around a crisp 36.2°F, while cloud cover was notably composed of high clouds, which made up a substantial 40.2% of the sky, with only a trace of low cloud presence at 1.5%. This setup created a serene environment with the high clouds drifting slowly from the west, seemingly in no hurry to greet the morning sun. The light winds at both surface and elevation levels suggested minimal turbulence, but the gentle ascent of the warmer air was beginning to stir beneath, hinting at a shift as the day progressed.
As midday approached, conditions evolved considerably, with surface winds picking up to an average of 5.4 mph, while winds at 100 meters increased more significantly to 7.3 mph. Notably, cloud cover surged dramatically to 98.5%, dominated entirely by high clouds, which now blanketed the sky, blocking out the sun's rays and raising the temperature to a comfortable 50.1°F. This thick cloud cover was a product of the sustained wind flow, which carried the moisture-laden air higher into the atmosphere. The increasing speeds at higher altitudes created some wind shear, resulting in visually dynamic cloud movements as the upper layers raced ahead of the slower surface winds. The clouds appeared to swirl and clash, creating a layered effect that painted the sky with a tapestry of gray and silver.
By evening, the weather had settled into a more consistent pattern, with the surface winds averaging 7.0 mph and the winds at 100 meters reaching up to 12.0 mph. The substantial cloud cover remained stable, hovering around 98.7%, with a slight increase in mid-level clouds to 2.5%. The temperature edged up to 51.3°F, hinting at a warming trend as the day transitioned into night. The ongoing wind shear at different altitudes continued to influence the cloud dynamics, causing the high clouds to drift swiftly while the lower cloud layers remained more stationary. This resulted in an intricate layering effect in the sky, enhancing the overall texture and depth as twilight approached. Throughout the day, the interplay of winds and cloud cover created a fascinating display, giving observers a glimpse into the dynamic nature of the Northwest skies.
March 22nd, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for March 22nd, 2026
Sunset: 7:27 PM