February weather forecast
Bopa, Benin

As the year progresses into February, Bopa experiences a slight, steady climb towards warmer weather. Compared to January, rainfall has significantly increased, albeit maintaining a moderate amount overall. Correspondingly, there's relatively more cloud cover, slightly reducing sunlight exposure. In terms of climate statistics, February features temperatures from 25.8°C (78.4°F) to 32.1°C (89.8°F). With the exception of a slight increase in rainfall amount and cloud cover, weather conditions remain relatively unchanged from January.

Temperature

The advent of February in Bopa denotes an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.1°C (89.8°F), parallel to January's conditions. In Bopa, the average nighttime temperature during February is a warm 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for February is appraised at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bopa, in February, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 220.8 rainfall days, and 678mm (26.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bopa, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:04 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 9.3h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bopa. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in February leads to these recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.