February experiences an upswing in rainfall, witnessing an increase in showers to 108mm (4.25") of rainfall. Despite this uptick in precipitation, the rest of the month's weather characteristics remain steady, continuing
January's trend of high humidity and temperatures. February's slightly increased rainfall signals the transition into the wetter season in
Mitzic, which continues into the next months. While the weather maintains its tropical behavior, residents can expect more frequent showers. Nonetheless, February’s slight increase in precipitation remains consistent with the city's tropical climate.
Temperature
The average high-temperature in February, at a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), reveals a modest deviation from January's 29.6°C (85.3°F). Throughout February nights, Mitzic registers an average low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F).
Heat index
During February, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Mitzic are February through
April, with an average relative humidity of 81%.
Rainfall
In Mitzic,
Gabon, in February, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139 rainfall days, and 1589mm (62.56") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.