February 20th, 2026 Timelapse
On February 20th, the morning unfolded under a thick blanket of clouds, with an impressive average cloud cover of 100%. The low clouds dominated the scene at 99.8%, contributing to a dreary yet uniform gray sky. Surface winds were gentle, averaging about 6.3 mph, while the 100m winds soared to 11.9 mph, causing a notable wind shear effect as the surface winds struggled to keep pace with the stronger winds aloft. This conflict resulted in some turbulence, giving the low clouds a somewhat restless appearance as they drifted slowly across the horizon. With temperatures hovering around 33.5°F, light precipitation of 0.01 inches added a damp chill to the air, reflecting the saturated atmosphere.
As the day progressed into midday, the cloud cover remained impressively dense at 99%, though the arrangement of clouds shifted slightly. Low cloud coverage decreased to 93.2%, while mid-level clouds dropped to 78% and high clouds thinned out to 66.2%. The surface winds picked up a notch, averaging 8.4 mph, yet the winds aloft remained surprisingly stable at 11.9 mph. This consistency in the upper atmosphere helped maintain a relatively calm yet dynamic sky. The faster-moving mid and high clouds began to create noticeable layers, advancing in a different direction from the slower low clouds below. Although no additional precipitation was reported, the persistent cloud cover contributed to the temperatures rising to a mild 39.2°F, offering a brief respite from the earlier chill.
By evening, the sky transformed once more, though the cloud cover still loomed at 99%. The low clouds decreased to 88.5%, while the mid-level clouds surged back up to 98.5%, effectively blocking any potential sunlight from making an appearance. Wind patterns at the surface calmed slightly to an average of 6.2 mph, while winds aloft dropped to 11.3 mph, continuing to foster that intriguing wind shear phenomenon. The absence of high clouds lent a stark contrast to the layered mid clouds, resulting in a unique visual effect that hinted at the possibilities of clearing skies ahead. As temperatures edged up to a comfortable 41.1°F, the day closed with a lingering sense of anticipation for the weather yet to come, encapsulated in the thick, textured clouds that filled the evening sky.
February 20th, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for February 20th, 2026
Sunset: 5:45 PM