An aerial view depicts a broad landscape over the region of Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal, under an early morning or late afternoon sky

An aerial view depicts a broad landscape over the region of Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal, under an early morning or late afternoon sky. The upper third of the image is dominated by heavy, dark grey, stratified clouds, indicating an overcast condition directly overhead. Below this cloud layer, a distinct horizontal band of intense golden-yellow light is visible, suggesting the low angle of the sun near the horizon. From this bright band, several prominent crepuscular rays pierce downwards into the atmosphere. The landscape below is characterized by a mix of rural and semi-urban features. Valleys and lower elevations are filled with extensive, dense white mist or fog, which reflects the golden sunlight from above, creating bright, luminous patches. These fog-filled areas obscure the ground level but allow the tops of structures or higher terrain features to emerge. In the midground, areas free of fog reveal dark green agricultural fields and clusters of buildings, indicative of scattered settlements. A distinct paved road or highway is visible traversing a darker, undulating section of terrain in the middle left portion of the frame, appearing as a light grey line. In the foreground (bottom half), the land consists of darker green fields and patches of trees, with some visible infrastructure and structures. Towards the distant horizon, a series of dark, undulating mountain ranges are visible, silhouetted against the bright, low-lying sun and partially obscured by atmospheric haze. No individuals are discernible within the scene.