February weather forecastMakangala, Congo

Weather in February

The last month of the summer, February, is a hot month in Makangala, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in February for Makangala, Congo, is a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), staying closely aligned with January's conditions. Makangala's nighttime temperature during February is consistently averaged at a pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for February is calculated to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Makangala, Congo, is 84%.

Rainfall

In February, in Makangala, the rain falls for 23 days. Throughout February, 135mm (5.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Makangala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Makangala is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:20 WAT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Makangala, Congo. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in February translates into this advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.