February weather forecast
Riohacha, Colombia

Transitioning into the second month, February continues to flourish under similar weather conditions, retaining almost the same temperatures. The City of Riohacha witnesses a minor increase in rainfall, a meager 1mm (0.04"). The days enjoy an average of 11.8 hours of daylight and an average of 8.2 hours of sunshine. Even though the humidity remains almost the same, it is vital for anyone visiting or residing in the city to stay hydrated. Overall, February in Riohacha stays relatively dry and sunny, allowing residents and visitors to engage in varied outdoor activities.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in February, at a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), reveals a modest deviation from January's 32.4°C (90.3°F). Riohacha, in February, witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

February's average heat index is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Riohacha, Colombia, the average relative humidity in February is 70%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 1 days. Throughout February, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. In Riohacha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 49 days and collects up to 546mm (21.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Riohacha, Colombia, is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:01 -05.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Riohacha is 8.2h.