May 16th, 2026 Timelapse
On May 16th, the day began under a blanket of 50% cloud cover, with the temperature sitting at a cool 44.6°F. Winds at the surface, averaging 5.7 mph, were gentle and primarily from the southwest, while at 100 meters, winds picked up to an average of 10.0 mph from the west, creating a noticeable difference in dynamics. This discrepancy between the light surface winds and stronger upper-level winds contributed to some turbulence, as the faster winds aloft began to push against the more stagnant lower layers. The cloud cover was predominantly low, accounting for 38.7%, with mid-level clouds comprising 29.2%. Occasional sprinkles of rain, totaling 0.05 inches, hinted at the moisture in the atmosphere, setting the stage for the day's evolving weather.
As the morning transitioned into midday, the atmosphere grew increasingly dynamic. Surface winds picked up to an average of 10.1 mph while the winds at 100 meters increased to 14.4 mph, both still from the southwest. The cloud cover thickened to 76%, with low clouds rising to 54.8% and mid-level clouds climbing to 34.8%. Notably, by this time, high clouds began to emerge, constituting 28.2% of the total coverage. This layering effect created a visually engaging sky, as different cloud types moved at varying speeds, with the mid-level clouds racing ahead of the slower, low clouds. The increasing wind speeds at altitudes exacerbated turbulence, resulting in chaotic cloud movements and shifting patterns overhead, while the layer interactions contributed to mixed precipitation, accumulating to 0.13 inches by midday.
In the evening, the weather continued its transformation, with surface winds averaging 11.6 mph and those at 100 meters reaching 17.9 mph. The cloud cover settled back slightly, now at 72.2%, with low clouds decreasing to 21%, mid-level clouds showing a significant presence at 44.2%, and high clouds rising to 39.3%. The atmospheric turbulence persisted, driven by the conflict between the stronger winds aloft and the lighter surface conditions, creating a turbulent dance of clouds that swirled and shifted above. Precipitation for the day concluded with a total of 0.11 inches in the evening, as the cooler temperatures at 49.1°F influenced the lingering moisture. The layered cloud formations and the powerful winds at differing altitudes crafted a captivating sky, showcasing the beauty of weather dynamics as the day came to a close.
May 16th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for May 16th, 2026
Sunset: 8:39 PM