May 7th, 2026 Timelapse
On May 7th, the morning began under a heavy blanket of clouds, with an average cloud cover of 95.6 percent. Low clouds dominated the sky at 78 percent, while high clouds made a significant presence at 91.6 percent, contributing to the muted light during the early hours. The surface winds were gentle, averaging just 3.2 mph, while winds at 100 meters above ground were slightly stronger at 4.8 mph. These relatively calm winds allowed the thick cloud cover to linger without much disturbance, creating a serene, albeit gray, morning landscape. Despite the cloudiness, there was no precipitation, and the temperature hovered around a cool 49.4°F, setting a brisk tone for the day.
As the day progressed into midday, the atmosphere began to shift subtly. The surface winds dropped further to an average of 2.0 mph, and winds aloft at 100 meters decreased to 2.5 mph, leading to a calm in the lower layers of the atmosphere. The cloud cover also began to ease slightly, with overall cloudiness at 80.5 percent. The low cloud cover decreased to 29 percent, while high clouds enveloped 61 percent of the sky. The majestic high clouds, propelled by the light winds aloft, created a dynamic backdrop as they drifted slowly across the sky, contrasting with the more stationary low clouds. This gradual change allowed for some breaks in the heavy cloud cover, giving glimpses of blue sky that hinted at warmer temperatures, which rose to an average of 56.8°F by midday.
In the evening, the weather took on a more dramatic appearance as cloud cover intensified again to an impressive 98.2 percent, all within the realm of high clouds. The surface winds picked up slightly to an average of 5.2 mph, while winds at 100 meters increased to 8.2 mph, reintroducing some movement to the atmosphere. Although the low and mid clouds remained sparse, the high clouds created an impressive layered effect, with slightly turbulent interactions between the surface and higher altitudes. The temperature continued to rise, reaching an average of 60.3°F. The evening sky came alive with a vibrant display of swirling high clouds, pushed along by the differing wind speeds and directions aloft, resulting in an intricate tapestry of textures and shapes that captivated anyone looking upward. The day closed with no precipitation, leaving behind a stunning vision of the sky that had evolved beautifully from the morning's dense clouds.
May 7th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for May 7th, 2026
Sunset: 8:28 PM