February weather forecast
Gualora, Honduras

The last month of the winter, February, is another hot month in Gualora, Honduras, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°C (91.9°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during February is a still tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. February nights in Gualora cool down to an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

During February, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Gualora is 57%.

Rainfall

In Gualora, during February, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Gualora, Honduras, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.4 days and collects up to 970mm (38.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gualora, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:59 CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gualora are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Gualora are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in February leads to these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.