February 12th, 2026 Timelapse
On February 12th, the day began under a thick, 100% blanket of clouds, with temperatures hovering around a chilly 35.8°F. At the surface, winds were exceptionally light, averaging just 2.0 mph, while at 100 meters aloft, they picked up slightly to an average of 4.7 mph. This gentle surface wind created a stable atmosphere but also allowed lower clouds, comprising 17.5% of the coverage, to settle in without much competition. The mid-level clouds formed the bulk of the overcast, accounting for nearly 59% of the sky, while high clouds completely dominated the view at an impressive 100%. As the winds remained steady at lower altitudes, the clouds showed little movement, maintaining their position and creating a scene devoid of precipitation.
As the day progressed into midday, conditions transformed dramatically. The surface winds diminished further, dropping to just 0.9 mph, while the winds at 100 meters above ground slowed to a mere 1.3 mph. This lack of wind led to a significant clearing of clouds, with cloud cover dropping to only 19%. The low- and mid-level clouds receded substantially, allowing some patches of blue sky to emerge, while high clouds were reduced to a mere 9.2%. This thinning of the clouds led to a moderate warming, with temperatures rising to a pleasant 47.5°F. Despite the calm surface winds, the lack of turbulence at this elevation resulted in a peaceful, serene atmosphere, although the subtle shifts at higher altitudes contributed to a gentle rolling of the remaining cloud layers, creating a dynamic backdrop against the brightening sky.
By the evening, the winds experienced another shift, increasing to an average of 2.5 mph at the surface and 5.5 mph at 100 meters. Cloud cover increased again, reaching an average of 47.5% predominantly due to a resurgence of lower clouds, which now filled 47% of the sky, while mid- and high-level clouds became nearly negligible. This return of cloudiness was accompanied by some turbulence as lower winds began to clash with slightly stronger upper winds, resulting in a visual interplay between the layers of clouds. The temperature continued to climb slightly, settling around 47.9°F. The evening skies displayed a textured appearance, with layers of clouds moving in slow, graceful waves, a result of the conflicting wind patterns that characterized this day. As twilight approached, the clouds, illuminated by the setting sun, created a soft, glowing canvas that capped off a day of notable weather dynamics.
February 12th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for February 12th, 2026
Sunset: 5:33 PM