February weather forecast
Bertoua, Cameroon

As Bertoua steps into February, the weather shows a slight increase in temperature, humidity, and even rainfall from the preceding month. This month is characteristic of some rainfall, approximately 21mm (0.83") over eight days, marking the onset of the wet season. The longer sunshine hours and clear skies from January carry over into this month. Increase in cloud cover towards the end of the month could signal the start of the more constant rainfall periods from the subsequent months.

Temperature

February stands out as Bertoua's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 35.2°C (95.4°F) and a low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during February is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Bertoua, the average relative humidity in February is 47%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout February, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 224.1 rainfall days, and 1117mm (43.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bertoua. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during February leads to these advisories:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.