May 31st, 2026 Timelapse
On May 31st, the day greeted observers with a cool and quiet morning, with temperatures averaging around 47.5°F. Surface winds were gentle, averaging 4.1 mph, while winds aloft at 100m climbed to around 7.0 mph. This slight increase in wind speed at higher altitudes hints at a stable atmosphere where low clouds, covering about 16.0%, drifted lazily across the sky. High clouds made up a significant portion of the cloud cover at 20.8%, creating a tapestry of varying textures overhead. The light winds at the surface, combined with stronger breezes aloft, meant that there was some turbulence, although generally mild. The clouds moved primarily from the west, slowly following the path set by the surface currents, albeit with differing speeds—an indication of wind shear between the two layers.
As the sun climbed higher, midday saw a dramatic shift in conditions. With the temperature rising to an average of 62.1°F, the surface winds increased noticeably to 7.7 mph, while winds at 100m reached 10.5 mph. By this point, cloud cover had all but vanished, dropping to just 0.5%. The absence of low and mid-level clouds allowed for unobstructed sunlight, creating a stark contrast to the morning's cloudiness. The lack of cloud cover suggests that the turbulent behavior present earlier had settled, allowing for a more stable atmosphere. The gentle breezes continued to maintain some minor turbulence, especially as winds at 100m remained faster than those at the surface. This consistent wind pattern contributed to a clear blue sky, perfect for enjoying the warmth of late spring.
As evening approached, temperatures began to cool slightly to an average of 61.9°F, and winds at the surface picked up to about 9.2 mph, while winds at 100m increased further to 13.6 mph. Cloud cover remained minimal at just 3.1%, with only a scattering of low clouds at 3.4% and a slight presence of mid-level clouds at 2.0%. The evening sky maintained that lovely expansive quality, with only the faintest remnants of the earlier cloudiness hinting at the day's transformation. Although winds remained consistent, the increase in speed at 100m compared to the surface indicated a potential for localized turbulence, particularly where wind layers interacted. As the final light of the day faded, the scene above continued to feature lovely, layered effects as the few remaining clouds caught the golden hues of sunset, creating a fitting end to a day that had evolved from a cool, cloudy morning to a bright, clear afternoon and back to a serene evening sky.
May 31st, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for May 31st, 2026
Sunset: 8:54 PM