Skies Above Weathers and ENB

⭐ ⭐ (369 endorsements) 📥 59,923 downloads 📌 v2 📅 2/8/2023
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Kojak747 · Presets - ENB and ReShade

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 9/1/2024 📅 Created: 2/8/2023
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #15 of 18 Presets - ENB and ReShade mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Skies Above Weathers and ENB is a modern preset with over 120 custom ENB weathers,  plus new and improved ENB Shaders and updated Visual Weather FX.  The ENB shaders are based on Silent Horizons and Kitsuune has updated them throughout for Skies Above.  Mangas weather effects from Vivid Weathers are also included, with new combinations and FX.

The games illumination is meant to be a mixture of photo-realism (daytime), and fantasy (sunrise, sunset, nights).  Combined with historic pastel overtones, and updated modern visual FX, this ENB provides a comprehensive, reliable overhaul to Skyrims weather.

Skies Above 2 is a step in a different direction, with dark nights, heavier rain/fog weathers and clear bright sunny days like NLA and PI CHO ENB where you can feel the sunlight around you.  Cloudy weathers brings light mist over the hills and are more dynamic with improved cloud shadows. Moody aurora nights give way to hazy days, glowing sunsets with rudyesque dusks and dawns. Foggy days (and nights) make use of synced Game Volumetric Rays (GVR aka vanilla god rays), thanks to EVLAS.  There are other addons like morning fogs over lakes, drifting distant fogs, volumetric mists and more.

Over 120 custom ENB weathers - Every weather has its own ENB *.ini file which means every weather is unique, with distinct regional variations improving weather dynamics throughout. Increased diversity in Visual weather FX has been combined with updated vanilla snow and rain shaders.

New Weathers - New regional weathers with a wide palette, including clear, cloudy, fog, rain, overcast and storm. Oblivion weather during Helgen attack and high fantasy weathers for the Forgotten vale including updated thundersnow. New weathers for Apocrypha, Falmer Valley and Solstheim like dust peach, full screen orange sandstorms, blowing plain dust GVR, blowing wet mist GVR, haze filled ashstorms, new soul wisp storms in the Soulcairn with Volumteric rays and Lightning.

Uses the latest ENB features - SkyScattering, Ambient Occlusion, Imagebased lighting, Skylighting and Subsurface scattering plus SSSAO. Complex Terrain parrallax, Complex particle lights, ENB rain Wet Surfaces, Complex parralax, Improved cloud shadows, Distant shadows, and Normal mapping shadows.

KreatE - KreateE is a new weather tool from Kitsuune that allow you to edit the games weather values in real time via an IMG UI interface. You can control Clouds, Weather colours, DALC, Image Spaces, Cell lighting, Vanilla god rays, and much more. Skies Above utilises KreateE extensively and is a hard require

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Skies Above Weathers and ENB is a realistic modern ENB preset for Skyrim, featuring new shaders and weather effects. It supports ELFX, LUX, Vanilla, and most lighting overhauls, making it a versatile choice for players seeking enhanced visuals. With 369 endorsements and frequent updates, it's a community-tested option.

✨ Key Features

Realistic modern ENB preset with new shaders and weather FX
Compatible with ELFX, LUX, Vanilla, and most lighting overhauls
Active development with last update in September 2024

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community backing with 369 endorsements and nearly 60k downloads
  • Works with popular lighting mods like ELFX and LUX, so you don't have to ditch your setup
  • Actively updated as of September 2024, so it's not abandoned

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires ENB Series and a decent GPU to run smoothly, which can be a barrier for lower-end rigs
  • Might conflict with other ENB presets or weather mods if you're not careful with load order
  • Visual style is subjective—if you prefer fantasy or vibrant looks, this realistic approach may not fit
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a realistic, modern visual overhaul without switching lighting mods. If you're already using ELFX or LUX and want an ENB that plays nice, this is a strong pick. Skip if you're on a weak PC or prefer stylized, fantasy visuals.
📦 Install:Medium· 10-15 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have ENB Series installed first, and grab the latest binary from enbdev.com
  • If you use a mod manager, install this preset manually and let it overwrite your ENB files, then adjust in-game with Shift+Enter
  • Test with your lighting mod (ELFX or LUX) to ensure no weird shadows—tweak the ENB settings if needed

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Kojak747
Version
2
Downloads
59,923
Endorsements
369
Category
Presets - ENB and ReShade
Created
2/8/2023
Updated
9/1/2024

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