July 5th, 2026 Timelapse
On July 5th, the morning began with a cool, damp atmosphere, as temperatures hovered around 55.2°F. The surface winds were gentle, averaging 5.3 mph, while winds at 100 meters were noticeably stronger at 7.7 mph. This disparity created a slight turbulence as warmer air began to rise, but the overall conditions remained stable. The sky was covered by an impressive 82.8% cloud cover, dominated by low clouds, which comprised 64.3% of the total, while high clouds also contributed significantly at 76.8%. The combination of these wind patterns and the dense cloud cover gave the sky a moody and overcast look, with clouds drifting slowly towards the east, largely influenced by the stronger winds aloft.
As the day progressed into midday, a remarkable transformation took place. By this time, temperatures had risen to a pleasant 69.9°F, and the cloud cover dramatically diminished to only 6.5%. Both surface winds and those at higher altitudes picked up slightly, averaging 9.0 mph at the surface and 12.3 mph at 100 meters. The winds at this level were now 3.8 mph stronger than those at the surface, contributing to a clearer sky as the low clouds dissipated. The absence of mid and high clouds created a stark blue canvas overhead. This shift in wind dynamics resulted in minimal turbulence, allowing for a smooth transition of air. The removed cloud layer let sunlight pour through, warming the ground and further enhancing the clear conditions.
In the evening, temperatures climbed slightly higher, reaching an average of 72.8°F, while the winds continued to strengthen, averaging 8.9 mph at the surface and 14.2 mph at 100 meters. The sky remained completely clear with no cloud cover, creating a stunning vista as the sun began to set. The calmness of the lower layers contrasted with the brisk winds aloft, which could still create subtle movements in the air, indicating a mild wind shear situation. With no clouds to contend with, the evening sky provided a brilliant backdrop for the sunset, marking the end of a day characterized by a transition from a cloudy start to a beautifully clear and warm finish.
July 5th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for July 5th, 2026
Sunset: 9:05 PM