October 1st, 2026 Timelapse
On October 1st, the day began under a thick blanket of clouds, with an impressive average cloud cover of 99.8%. Low clouds dominated the scene, comprising 84.2% of the total cloud cover, while high clouds soared above at 97%. Surface winds were calm, averaging just 1.1 mph, and winds at 100 meters hovered slightly higher at 1.9 mph. This gentle beginning set the stage for a tranquil morning, with temperatures around a cool 50.4°F. The nearly complete cloud cover stifled any chances of sunshine reaching the ground, but the abundant moisture in the air hinted at the potential for atmospheric shifts as the day progressed. With winds at such low speeds and the high cloud layer moving swiftly, there was little turbulence or conflict between wind layers, resulting in a surprisingly stable atmosphere.
As midday approached, conditions began to evolve subtly yet significantly. Winds at the surface increased slightly to an average of 2.3 mph, while winds at 100 meters climbed to 2.9 mph. Although the overall cloud cover remained high at 99.2%, the low cloud layer thinned considerably, dropping to just 7.5%. This thinning of the low clouds allowed the high clouds to become the primary feature of the sky, moving at a brisk pace that suggested increased atmospheric activity. The slight increase in wind speed at both surface and aloft levels contributed to the dynamic shifts in cloud formations, creating a layered effect that added depth to the otherwise monotonous gray. Despite the increase in temperatures to an average of 64.7°F, there was no precipitation, as the clouds maintained a dry presence.
By evening, the weather had continued its gradual transformation, with surface winds picking up to an average of 3.7 mph and upper-level winds at 100 meters reaching 6.8 mph. The cloud cover remained impressively consistent at 99.6%, with high clouds dominating the landscape. As the sun began to set, the absence of low and mid-level clouds allowed the high clouds to exhibit a more striking visual effect against the fading daylight. This layering and the continued increase in wind speed resulted in mild turbulence between the layers, as the higher winds offered resistance to the slower-moving clouds below. The temperatures continued to rise slightly, averaging 67.6°F, contributing to a warm, almost balmy evening. The final moments of daylight showcased the interplay of wind and cloud dynamics, leaving a lasting impression of a day where the skies remained mostly steadfast in their cloudy embrace.
October 1st, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for October 1st, 2026
Sunset: 6:51 PM