May 4th, 2026 Timelapse
On May 4th, the day began under a canopy of clouds, with the morning temperatures averaging around 56.3°F. At the surface, light winds flowed at an average of 3.4 mph, while winds at 100 meters were slightly stronger, averaging 5.4 mph. The cloud cover was quite significant, with about 70.8% of the sky obscured, primarily due to high clouds, which constituted 57.6% of the total. These high clouds moved steadily, propelled by the moderate winds aloft, while low clouds only made up 36.2% of the cloud cover. The interactions between the gentle surface winds and stronger winds above resulted in some turbulence, particularly noticeable in the transition areas where the two wind layers met. Despite the cloudiness, there was no precipitation, allowing for a dry start to the day.
As the day progressed into midday, the weather transformed significantly. Temperatures rose to a pleasant average of 67.5°F, and the surface winds calmed slightly, dropping to 2.6 mph. Winds at 100 meters also decreased to an average of 3.4 mph, contributing to a more stable atmosphere. The cloud cover lessened to 57.5%, with high clouds still dominating at 52% and low clouds reducing to just 8%. The diminishing cloud cover and the consistent wind patterns allowed the high clouds to shift slowly across the sky, creating a serene backdrop. The gentle winds did not produce much turbulence during this period, but the light winds at the surface contrasted with the slightly stronger winds aloft, creating a subtle wind shear effect that kept the atmosphere feeling dynamic yet calm.
In the evening, cooling temperatures brought an average of 63.5°F, as the winds at the surface picked up slightly to an average of 8.6 mph, while winds at 100 meters increased to 13.3 mph. The cloud cover further decreased to 25.7%, with a mix of high and low clouds maintaining a layered appearance. The low clouds made up 11.6% of the coverage, while high clouds were reduced to 13.4%. This shift in cloud density combined with increasing wind speeds created interesting visual effects as the remaining clouds raced across the sky at different altitudes. The transition from the calmer midday to a more brisk evening lent the sky a sense of movement, as the winds aloft pushed the high clouds faster than those at the lower levels. Overall, the day showcased a gradual evolution from a cloudy start to a clearer evening, highlighting the interplay between wind patterns and cloud dynamics throughout the daylight hours.
May 4th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for May 4th, 2026
Sunset: 8:24 PM