February weather forecast
Akraké, Benin

February, the last month of the winter in Akraké, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

The shift from January to February is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), not significantly different from the 33.8°C (92.8°F) of January. Throughout the month of February, Akraké observes an average nighttime temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in February is appraised at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 73%.

Rainfall

In February, in Akraké, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout February, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Akraké, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 481mm (18.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Akraké is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of February in Akraké, Benin, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:01 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Akraké, Benin, is 9h.

UV index

January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in February converts into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.