February weather forecast
Kintsimba, Congo

February

Weather in February

The last month of the summer, February, is also a hot month in Kintsimba, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Kintsimba starts February with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), a minor shift from January's 30.6°C (87.1°F). During February, the average low-temperature is a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Kintsimba, the average relative humidity in February is 84%.

Rainfall

In Kintsimba, in February, it is raining for 22.8 days, with typically 109mm (4.29") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during February translates into these guidelines:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in February?
The high-temperature, in February, in Kintsimba, records 31°C (87.8°F), while the low-temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in February is estimated at 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in February?
In February, the average relative humidity is 84%.
How much does it rain in February?
In Kintsimba, in February, during 22.8 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in February?
In Kintsimba, the average day length in February is 12h and 15min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in February?
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kintsimba have in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 8h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in February?
The average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average high temperature in February: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.6°C).

Average pressure in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average pressure in February: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average wind speed in February: 4.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (8.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average humidity in February: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average rainfall in February: 109mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (190mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average rainfall days in February: 22.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.2 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average daylight in February: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average sunshine days in February: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (2.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average cloud cover in February: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in February
Kintsimba, Congo
  • Average visibility in February: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (7km).

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