February weather forecastVoundala, Congo

Weather in February

The last month of the summer, February, is a tropical month in Voundala, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.3°C (86.5°F) and min 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

February's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), hardly different from the previous month. In Voundala, February's nights observe an average temperature dip to an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

In February, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 88%.

Rainfall

In Voundala, in February, it is raining for 27 days, with typically 175mm (6.89") of accumulated precipitation. In Voundala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Voundala, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in February translates into the following instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.