September 3rd, 2026 Timelapse
On September 3rd, the day began under a thick blanket of clouds, with an impressive cloud cover averaging 99.5%. Surface winds were gentle at around 10.6 mph, while winds at 100 meters soared to 17.7 mph, creating a notable wind shear that contributed to turbulence in the lower atmosphere. The low clouds comprised about 79% of the sky, with mid and high clouds at 89.5% and 95% respectively. This heavy cloudiness, coupled with a temperature of 53.0°F, led to light precipitation, totaling 0.12 inches. As the morning progressed, the combination of surface winds and stronger winds aloft facilitated a slow but steady drift of clouds, creating a dynamic shifting pattern in the sky.
By midday, the weather maintained its cloudy character, with cloud cover slightly decreasing to 98.5%, as low and mid-level clouds dropped to 56.8% and 60.8%. Surface winds slowed to an average of 9.8 mph, while winds at 100 meters decreased to 14.2 mph, indicating a gradual stabilization in the atmosphere. The interplay between these winds allowed for a more uniform cloud movement; however, the lingering wind shear still created some turbulence. With a slight increase in temperature to 57.0°F and an additional 0.11 inches of precipitation, the clouds were still visibly animated, creating a tapestry of layered clouds moving at different speeds, with the high clouds continuing to race across the sky.
As evening approached, the atmosphere settled further, with surface winds dropping to a calm 7.1 mph and 100-meter winds further declining to 12.0 mph. The overall cloud cover fell to 97%, with low clouds shrinking significantly to just 11.2%, while mid clouds remained at 45.2% and high clouds persisted at a robust 95.8%. This evening atmosphere presented a striking contrast as the thinner low clouds made room for larger expanses of sky to be visible, albeit still filled with high, fast-moving clouds. The temperature cooled slightly to an average of 55.9°F, and the precipitation for the day culminated at 0.16 inches. The continuing layered effect of clouds showcased the last remnants of turbulence, as the differing wind patterns at various altitudes contributed to a beautifully dynamic evening sky, accentuated by the playful interactions of the clouds overhead.
September 3rd, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for September 3rd, 2026
Sunset: 7:46 PM