August 27th, 2026 Timelapse
On August 27th, the day began with relatively calm and cool conditions. The surface wind averaged a gentle 1.9 mph, which was consistent with the winds at 100 meters that registered a slightly higher average of 2.8 mph. This gentle breeze allowed for a moderate cloud cover of about 46.4%, composed mostly of high clouds, which made up 29.2% of the total coverage, while low and mid-level clouds accounted for 17.2% and 15.4%, respectively. The temperature hovered around a cool 58.0°F, and while there were no significant precipitation events in the morning hours, the arrangement of clouds hinted at the potential for more dynamic weather as the day unfolded. The light winds at the surface created a stable layer, but the gentle upward flow at 100 meters could potentially lead to some mixing, albeit without any noticeable turbulence at this early hour.
As the sun climbed higher in the sky, conditions began to shift noticeably by midday. The surface winds picked up slightly to an average of 5.1 mph, while winds at 100 meters increased to 7.1 mph, indicating a strengthening of the atmospheric flow. Cloud cover surged to a substantial 84.8%, with low clouds dominating at 68.8%. The heightened moisture content in the air led to a light drizzle, resulting in 0.05 inches of precipitation. The low clouds moved briskly, driven by the stronger winds aloft, while the middle-layer clouds also maintained their position, creating a striking contrast against the partially obscured sky. This layered effect was compounded by mild wind shear, as the varying wind speeds at different altitudes created some turbulence, causing the clouds to billow and shift in fascinating formations across the daylight sky.
As evening approached, the weather continued to evolve, with the surface winds increasing further to an average of 7.9 mph and winds at 100 meters reaching an average of 11.9 mph. The cloud cover slightly decreased to 62.0%, with low clouds at 45.5% and a resurgence of high clouds at 29.3%. This transition reflected a gradual clearing of some of the moisture from earlier in the day, although the lingering cloud layers kept the sky interesting. The evening air, still warm at about 67.0°F, carried a sense of calm following the earlier precipitation, which totaled 0.01 inches by this time. The evening sky displayed a tapestry of layered clouds that interacted with the winds, producing soft, billowy formations that gracefully drifted and shifted in the fading light. The combination of fading daylight and shifting winds created a picturesque end to the day, showcasing the dynamic interplay of weather elements that characterized August 27th.
August 27th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for August 27th, 2026
Sunset: 7:59 PM