Autumn Skies - A Weather and Lighting Mod
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #27 of 40 Environmental mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
InalzC87PrUAutumn SkiesThis mod was designed with gamma set at . 9 (fGamma=0. 9) please change it in your SkyrimPrefs.ini , or you can leave it set at 1 if you like it brighter. Personally I like the darker look.
2. 1c notes: The last update exteriors were a little too desaturated and the interiors were the opposite, it is balanced now so that when you go from outside to inside it won't be a drastic change. And a few color corrections.
Adds 4 different types of rain, drizzle, light, medium and downpour. Also adds 4 types of snow, flurries, light, snow storm and blizzard.
Clear days have the highest priority in most regions, but that doesn't mean it won't turn nasty.Added a spell for a few slightly different presets, (see images) redid most days with some improvements. Sunny and cloudy days are very clear with little to no fog. Also added thunder sounds that didn't seem to make it into the last update. Overcast rain and storm days are very dark for a truly unpleasant experience, so as always please enjoy and if there are any problems leave a comment.This mod is on the dark side, so it's not for everybody but maybe give it a try and you might like it.
A overhaul of the weathers found in game giving it more of a fall season feel to it.
All interiors have new lighting. Fog pushed back for a sharper and darker image.
Days and nights are much darker than average.
Added more sunny days to all regions as well as rain and thunder sounds.
Should not conflict with any other mods besides other mods that modify weather.
This is added to the Autumn Skies.ini file for a stronger DOF effect, in game settings turn DoF to full or to your liking. If using an ENB remember to lower settings to zero.
fDDOFFocusCenterweightExt=5
fDOFMaxDepthParticipation=50000
fDynamicDOFFarBlur=. 7
Autumn Skies is a weather and lighting overhaul for Skyrim that gives the game a darker, fall-themed atmosphere. It adds multiple rain and snow types, new interior lighting, and a spell for presets. With 458 endorsements and a 2018 update, it's a solid choice for players wanting a moodier Skyrim.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 458 endorsements and over 14k downloads.
- Gives Skyrim a unique, darker autumn vibe that stands out from vanilla.
- Adds variety with multiple rain and snow types, plus thunder sounds.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018, so it may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or mods.
- The mod is intentionally dark, which might not suit players who prefer brighter, more vibrant weather.
- Requires manual .ini tweaks (gamma setting) to get the intended look, which could be a hassle.
For Skyrim players who want a moodier, darker atmosphere with a fall twist. If you're tired of the bright, washed-out vanilla weather and want more immersive storms and gloomy days, this is for you. Skip if you prefer sunny, high-visibility weather or use other weather overhauls that might conflict.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Set fGamma=0.9 in your SkyrimPrefs.ini as the author recommends, or leave it at 1 if you prefer brighter skies.
- If using an ENB, remember to lower the DOF settings to zero to avoid conflicts with the mod's built-in DOF tweaks.
- This mod modifies weather, so avoid using it with other weather overhauls to prevent conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- tarll
- Version
- 2.1c
- Downloads
- 14,524
- Endorsements
- 458
- Category
- Environmental
- Created
- 1/2/2018
- Updated
- 2/1/2018
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