February weather forecast
Akurana, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is another warm month in Akurana, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and an average low of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Temperature

Akurana in February witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), indicating a slight variation from January's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Akurana, in February, experiences an average temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F) at night.

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Akurana, in February, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. In Akurana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Akurana is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Akurana is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Akurana, Sri Lanka, are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in February transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.