February weather forecast
Matinga, Angola

February, the last month of the summer in Matinga, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°C (88.3°F) and min 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

February observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), marking an insignificant difference from January's 30.6°C (87.1°F). Matinga witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F) throughout the month of February.

Heat index

During February, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout February, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Matinga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.5 days and collects up to 834mm (32.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:15 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 8.6h.

UV index

February, March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In February, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.