February weather forecast
Padalur, India

February, the last month of the winter in Padalur, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 33°C (91.4°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

As Padalur transitions into February, the average high-temperature stands at a still hot 33°C (91.4°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Padalur's February nights represent a significant downturn from the day's heat, with an average temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index for February is appraised at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. 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. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout February, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Padalur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.2 days and collects up to 532mm (20.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:17 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:24 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 9.5h.

UV index

In Padalur, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during February translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.