February weather forecast
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

As February follows the path of January, the weather patterns in Binkolo become more consistent with slightly warmer temperatures. The month encompasses longer days, hence more daylight hours are accompanied by ample sunshine duration. Less rainfall is observed, however a minor increase in humidity begins. With few exceptions, sturdy gusts of wind are not a common sight during this month. As this weather remains steady, it sets a favorable environment for outdoor activities and exploration.

Temperature

February's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 37.8°C (100°F), showing a minute difference from January's 35.4°C (95.7°F). February nights are characterized by a notable drop from daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

February's heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. 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. 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

The months with the lowest humidity in Binkolo, Sierra Leone, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

Rainfall

In Binkolo, during February, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 225.8 rainfall days, and 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Binkolo is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:58 GMT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Binkolo are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.