February weather forecast
Galewela, Sri Lanka

The last month of the winter, February, is a tropical month in Galewela, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 20°C (68°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

The commencement of February notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. In February, Galewela experiences a temperature dip to an average of 20°C (68°F) at night.

Heat index

In February, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. 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 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Galewela, Sri Lanka, in February, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. In Galewela, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.8 days and collects up to 943mm (37.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Galewela, Sri Lanka, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Galewela is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.