July 16th, 2026 Timelapse
On July 16th, the day began under a thick veil of clouds, as the sky was almost entirely covered, with a cloud cover averaging 98.3%. At the surface, gentle winds blew at an average of 4.3 mph, while winds aloft at 100 meters reached a slightly brisker 6.2 mph. This subtle difference in wind speed contributed to the layered cloud dynamics, where low clouds comprised 63% and high clouds dominated at 80.7%. The cool morning air, with temperatures hovering around 55.8°F, was accompanied by a steady drizzle, accumulating 0.48 inches of precipitation. The lack of significant surface wind indicated a stable environment below, but the winds aloft suggested a more dynamic atmosphere, creating a mild turbulence as these higher winds interacted with the dense low cloud layer.
As midday approached, the weather began to evolve, marked by a slight decrease in surface wind to 3.9 mph, while the winds at 100 meters shifted to an average of 5.2 mph. The cloud cover decreased marginally to 91.8%, with low clouds rising to 76.5% and mid-level clouds at 61.2%, while the once-prominent high clouds all but vanished. The shifting winds aloft facilitated a movement of the lower cloud layers, which streamed across the sky more swiftly, a visual testament to the conflicting wind directions. Despite the lower overall wind speed, turbulence remained relevant, as the differences in wind speed between the surface and 100 meters caused a shear effect that kept the cloud layers in a state of motion. The midday air temperature warmed slightly to 60.7°F, accompanied by an additional 0.39 inches of precipitation, which continued to keep the atmosphere saturated.
By evening, the weather transitioned yet again, with surface winds picking up slightly to an average of 5.2 mph, while winds at 100 meters increased to 7.7 mph. Cloud cover surged back to 96.1%, dominated by low clouds at a staggering 93.1% and nearly clear skies above, as high clouds receded completely. This led to a more uniform cloud layer, creating a sense of density in the atmosphere. The evening brought a final light precipitation total of 0.06 inches, as the dynamic interactions between the various wind layers heightened the turbulence. The temperature climbed a bit further to 62.0°F, completing a day that showcased the lively interplay between wind and clouds, highlighting the beauty of nature's ever-changing canvas in the sky.
July 16th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for July 16th, 2026
Sunset: 8:59 PM