February weather forecast
Opico, El Salvador

February, the last month of the winter in Opico, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°C (68.2°F) and 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

February's onset records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), a near match to January's 30.6°C (87.1°F). During the month of February, an average temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F) is noted during the nights.

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Opico, the average relative humidity in February is 64%.

Rainfall

In Opico, El Salvador, in February, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Opico, there are 187 rainfall days, and 1106mm (43.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Opico, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of February, in Opico, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:05 CST.

Sunshine

In Opico, the average sunshine in February is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through April and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.