February weather forecast
Alfaro, Costa Rica

February

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Alfaro, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.2°C (63°F) and an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

As Alfaro, Costa Rica, welcomes February, the average high-temperature records at a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. In Alfaro, an average low-temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) is recorded during February nights.

Heat index

The heat index in February is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. 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', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity in Alfaro is 71%.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall in Alfaro. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Alfaro is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:48 CST.

Sunshine

In Alfaro, the average sunshine in February is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Alfaro are January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during February morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Alfaro during February?
In February, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alfaro are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 17.2°C (63°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in February is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in February in Alfaro?
In Alfaro, Costa Rica, the average relative humidity in February is 71%.
What is the driest month in Alfaro?
February is the month with the least rainfall in Alfaro. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Alfaro in February?
In Alfaro, Costa Rica, in February, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in February in Alfaro?
In February, the average day length is 11h and 49min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Alfaro?
On the first day of February in Alfaro, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:48 CST.
How long on average sun shines in February in Alfaro?
In Alfaro, Costa Rica, the average sunshine duration in February is 9.1h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Alfaro?
January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Alfaro, Costa Rica.
What is the UV index intensity in February in Alfaro?
The average daily maximum UV index in February in Alfaro is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in February: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 17.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.8°C).

Average pressure in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in February: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in February: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8km/h).

Average humidity in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in February: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in February: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (396mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in February: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).

Average UV index in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, August and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in February: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in February
Alfaro, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (7km).

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