February weather forecastFontem, Cameroon

February

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a hot month in Fontem, Cameroon, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.1°C (66.4°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

February stands out as Fontem's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and a low of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Heat index

February's heat index is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 68%.

Rainfall

In Fontem, in February, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 272.3 rainfall days, and 2100mm (82.68") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:33 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Fontem are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during February translates into these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

February temperatures tend to peak at an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and dip to a low of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

In February, in Fontem, the average high-temperature is 31.8°C (89.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in February is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).

In February, the average relative humidity is 68%.

In Fontem, during February, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

In February, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:33 WAT.

In Fontem, the average sunshine duration in February is 9.7h.

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J February M A M J J A S O N D

Jan

February

Mar

Average high temperature

31.7°C

31.8°C

31.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.9km/h

5.3km/h

4.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

22.9

14.3

5.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average high temperature in February: 31.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25°C).

Average low temperature in February: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (18.4°C).

Average pressure in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average pressure in February: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average wind speed in February: 4.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average humidity in February: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (59%).

Average rainfall in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average rainfall in February: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (329mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (11mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average rainfall days in February: 11.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average daylight in February: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in February: 9h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average sunshine days in February: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.7 days).

Average UV index in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average cloud cover in February: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in February
Fontem, Cameroon

Average visibility in February: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6km).