German Phrase
Manchmal ist bewölktes Wetter schön.
Meaning
The sentence expresses a personal appreciation that overcast skies can be lovely. It highlights that not only sunny days are valued; the soft, diffused light of cloudy weather can create a pleasant atmosphere.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about the weather, especially in casual conversation about a recent overcast day, photography, mood, or when you want to share a nuanced view of the climate with friends or colleagues.
✦Grammar Breakdown
ManchmalistbewölktesWetterschön
Manchmal (adverb)
An adverb of frequency meaning 'sometimes'. It is placed at the beginning of the clause and does not change form.
ist (sein)
Third‑person singular present of the verb 'sein' (to be). Used here as a copula linking the subject to the predicate adjective.
bewölktes (Adjektiv, starkes Ende)
The adjective 'bewölkt' (cloudy) takes the strong ending -es because it precedes a neuter singular noun without an article.
Wetter (Neutrum)
A neuter noun meaning 'weather'. As the subject it follows the verb 'ist' in this sentence.
schön (Prädikativ)
A predicative adjective meaning 'beautiful'. In predicative position it stays uninflected.
🗨In Conversation
Manchmal ist bewölktes Wetter schön.
Sometimes cloudy weather is beautiful.
Ja, das milde Licht ist perfekt für einen Spaziergang.
Yes, the gentle light is perfect for a walk.
✕Common Mistakes
Manchmal ist bewölkt Wetter schön.
The adjective must agree with the neuter noun ‘Wetter’; use the strong ending -es.
Manchmal ist bewölktes Wetter schönes.
In predicative position the adjective stays uninflected; do not add -es.
Manchmal bewölktes Wetter schön.
Never omit the verb ‘sein’; it is required for a copular sentence.
↔Alternatives
Manchmal gefällt mir das bewölkte Wetter.
I sometimes like the cloudy weather.
Bewölktes Wetter kann schön sein.
Cloudy weather can be beautiful.
Ich finde bewölktes Wetter manchmal schön.
I find cloudy weather beautiful sometimes.
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries the weather is a favorite small‑talk topic. While many associate ‘schön’ with sunny days, saying that ‘bewölktes Wetter schön’ shows a more reflective, even poetic attitude that is especially common in northern Germany where overcast days dominate the calendar. Using the predicative adjective ‘schön’ signals a personal aesthetic judgment rather than a factual statement about the weather’s quality.