February weather forecast
Matemba, Congo

The last month of the summer, February, is a hot month in Matemba, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

February's presence records an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), closely mirroring January's climate. In the month of February, Matemba records a consistent average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

February's mean heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 88%.

Rainfall

In Matemba, in February, during 27 rainfall days, 175mm (6.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Matemba is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in February transforms into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.