July 8th, 2026 Timelapse
On July 8th, the day began with a blanket of low clouds completely shrouding the landscape. Surface winds were calm, averaging around 5.5 mph, which allowed the low clouds to settle in comfortably, creating a steady overcast with 100% coverage. Winds at 100 meters were notably stronger at 8.0 mph, suggesting a gentle breeze aloft that contributed to the stable, yet uninspiring, morning conditions. The temperature hovered around a mild 57.8°F, hinting at a cool but not unpleasant start. As the winds at 100 meters blew with slightly more vigor than those closer to the ground, this created a subtle layer of turbulence, but nothing too chaotic. The complete cloud cover meant that no sunlight penetrated through, maintaining a subdued setting across the skies.
As the day progressed toward midday, the conditions began to transform. Surface winds increased to an average of 7.5 mph, while winds at the 100-meter level picked up slightly to 10.1 mph. The cloud cover also started to shift, with low clouds now comprising 64% of the total sky, while high clouds made a surprising appearance, covering 33.2% of the sky. This shift meant that some of the cloud layers began to move more rapidly, driven by the winds aloft which were now a little stronger. The varying speeds of the clouds created an enchanting dance across the sky, with the high clouds streaking in one direction while the low clouds drifted more leisurely below. The temperature rose to a comfortable 64.6°F, signaling a gradual warming as the day progressed, but the lack of precipitation suggested that the clouds were more decorative than threatening.
By evening, the atmosphere continued to evolve, revealing a clearer sky as the cloud cover decreased significantly to just 18.2%. The low clouds receded to a mere 0.8%, while high clouds still lingered at about 17.7%. Surface winds were now averaging 10.9 mph, and winds at 100 meters strengthened again to 16.0 mph, reinforcing the contrast between ground-level breezes and those aloft. This disparity contributed to a noticeable wind shear effect, which resulted in some interesting cloud formations, as the high clouds continued to slide swiftly across the sky while the lower atmosphere remained relatively calm. The temperature held steady at 64.6°F, providing a pleasant close to a day that started under a thick veil of clouds but evolved into a tapestry of high-altitude wisps that caught the colors of the setting sun, leaving a serene yet dynamic impression of the Northwest sky.
July 8th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for July 8th, 2026
Sunset: 9:04 PM