February weather forecast
La Cruz, Costa Rica

Winter in La Cruz continues with February showcasing a further drop in rainfall, indicating the onset of the dry season. The city revels in warm, sunny days while the nights remain cooler. Rainfall records a new low of just 8mm (0.31"), contrasting with the preceding month. Despite the reduced showers, wind speeds pick up, adding an invigorating breeze to the prevailing dry weather. All in all, February offers residents picturesque clear skies to complement their daily routines.

Temperature

La Cruz's weather in February, with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), subtly shifts from January's 29.1°C (84.4°F). La Cruz temperatures generally rest at a low of 24.3°C (75.7°F) during the February nights.

Heat index

Throughout February, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in La Cruz is 71%.

Rainfall

In February, in La Cruz, Costa Rica, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout February, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in La Cruz, Costa Rica, there are 237.9 rainfall days, and 717mm (28.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in La Cruz is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of February in La Cruz, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:52 CST.

Sunshine

In La Cruz, the average sunshine in February is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In February, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.