Transitioning onward from
January into
February, the dry season in
Krong Siem Reap endures with relatively warmer days. The second month of the year marks the earliest signs of the gradually elevating temperature range of the dry season, which scales up later in the year. Recognizing a marginal increase from the prior month, February experiences approximately 9mm of rain, distributed typically over two days during the month. Notwithstanding the negligible increase in rainfall, the overall climate remains dry, sunny, and agreeably warm. It merits noting that UV radiation remains hazardous throughout the month, thereby necessitating adequate skin protection for outdoor activities.
Temperature
The shift into February in Krong Siem Reap is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from January's 31°C to a still hot 34°C. The February nights in Krong Siem Reap bear witness to a significant drop from the daytime highs, settling at an average temperature of 21°C.
Rainfall
In Krong Siem Reap, in February, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 9mm of accumulated precipitation. In Krong Siem Reap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121 days and collects up to 1357mm of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in February in Krong Siem Reap is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of February, in Krong Siem Reap, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:13 +07.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine in Krong Siem Reap,
Cambodia, are January, February and
December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.
UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia, are February through
September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 12 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure every key safety measure. People with light skin might sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Frequent application of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is crucial, reapply it every two hours or immediately post swimming or outdoor exercise.