February weather forecast
Meegoda, Sri Lanka

February, the last month of the winter in Meegoda, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

February brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), showing a slight difference from January's 30.8°C (87.4°F). During the month of February, an average temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) is noted during the nights in Meegoda.

Heat index

The heat index for February is calculated to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. 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 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Meegoda.

Rainfall

In Meegoda, during February, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Meegoda, Sri Lanka, is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of February, in Meegoda, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Meegoda is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Meegoda are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.