February weather forecast
Las Mesas, Nicaragua

The last month of the winter, February, is a fiery hot month in Las Mesas, Nicaragua, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.4°C (95.7°F) and min 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of February brings an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 35.4°C (95.7°F), closely following the temperature pattern of January. With a notable difference from peak temperatures, an average of 21.2°C (70.2°F) marks the nights in Las Mesas in February.

Heat index

The heat index for February is evaluated at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

In Las Mesas, in February, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. In Las Mesas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 890mm (35.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of February, in Las Mesas, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:56 CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, February has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Las Mesas is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in February transforms into this advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.