January 29th, 2026 Timelapse
On January 29th, the day commenced under a blanket of nearly complete cloud cover, with the sky shrouded in clouds at all levels. The surface winds averaged around 11.6 mph, while winds at the 100-meter mark were significantly stronger, clocking in at approximately 20.5 mph. This disparity in wind speeds created a subtle turbulence in the atmosphere, as the stronger upper-level winds stirred the low clouds below. With 99.3% of the cloud cover attributed to low clouds, the conditions were damp, with a light drizzle contributing 0.10 inches of precipitation. The overall temperature settled around a mild 45.4°F, crafting a chilly but overcast morning that hinted at the moisture-laden system at work just above the surface.
As the day unfolded towards midday, conditions evolved with only minor shifts in wind patterns. The average surface wind dipped slightly to 9.1 mph, while winds aloft continued to circulate robustly at 16.5 mph. The cloud cover remained completely intact, but the dynamics within the cloud layers became more pronounced. Low clouds persisted at 91.5%, while mid and high clouds completely enveloped the sky at 100%. This layering, combined with the differing wind speeds, resulted in choppy cloud movement, as the lower layers slowed down while the upper layers maintained their faster pace. By midday, the precipitation increased to 0.37 inches, reinforcing the feeling of a saturated atmosphere, with the gray sky providing a consistent backdrop for the day’s unfolding weather story.
As evening approached, the temperature saw a slight drop to an average of 45.9°F, and the surface winds picked up again to 10.8 mph, mirroring the upper-level winds which had returned to 20.5 mph. The cloud cover adjusted notably, with low clouds decreasing to 35%, while mid and high clouds remained solidly at 100%. This shift allowed for a glimpse of clearer skies below the cloud deck, creating an intriguing visual contrast against the uniformly gray upper layers. The turbulence from earlier in the day lingered, leading to dynamic interactions between the layers, as the faster winds aloft continued to shape the slower-moving clouds beneath. The total precipitation for the day reached 0.98 inches, a testament to the persistent moisture that defined January 29th, and as the sun set, the layered effects above created a striking yet muted display against the twilight sky.
January 29th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for January 29th, 2026
Sunset: 5:12 PM