July 2nd, 2026 Timelapse
On July 2nd, the morning began under a thick veil of clouds that enveloped the sky with an impressive 94% cloud cover. Surface winds were gentle, averaging only 2.1 mph, while winds at 100 meters were slightly stronger at 3.5 mph. This subtle layer of wind contributed to the movement of the low clouds, which comprised 84.3% of the total cloud cover. The low clouds drifted slowly as they were carried by the light surface winds, creating a tranquil but opaque morning. With temperatures hovering around 53.8°F, the scene was cool and somewhat somber, with high clouds above making up 70.5%. The relatively stable wind conditions at different altitudes meant there was minimal turbulence, although the slight wind differences could lead to occasional shifts in cloud formations.
As the day progressed toward midday, the sky transformed into a complete blanket of clouds with cloud cover reaching 100%. The surface winds picked up to an average of 3.5 mph, while winds at 100 meters increased to 4.6 mph. This change in wind dynamics prompted an interesting interaction among the cloud layers, with low clouds now dominating at 99.8% and mid-level clouds becoming more pronounced at 43.2%. High clouds, on the other hand, were still quite prominent at 93.5%. The winds aloft maintained a steadier pace, leading to a layered effect that gave the clouds a sense of depth as they shifted at different speeds. This combination resulted in a visually captivating scene, with the low clouds drifting gently while the higher clouds moved more swiftly, creating a dynamic tapestry overhead.
As evening approached, the overall weather conditions began to shift once again. By this time, surface winds had increased further to an average of 7.2 mph, and winds at 100 meters were blowing at 10.1 mph. The cloud cover decreased to an average of 64.7%, with low clouds still making up 61.5% of the sky. Mid-level clouds were less prominent now, at 32.7%, while the high clouds had entirely cleared out. This transition allowed for more of the evening light to filter through, creating a pleasing ambiance as the sun prepared to set. The earlier wind shear effects had subsided, and while there was still some turbulence due to the varying wind speeds at different altitudes, the evening brought a calmer, more inviting weather pattern. As temperatures rose slightly to an average of 65.6°F, the sky began to reveal hints of blue, marking the end of a day characterized by cloud dynamics and gentle breezes.
July 2nd, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for July 2nd, 2026
Sunset: 9:06 PM